Chipatronic MCDV2HD User Manual

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Motorcycle Digital Video Recorder

User Guide

Model MCDV2HD

Congratulations on your purchase of the MCDV2HD

2 channel, front & rear camera, motorcycle DVR.

With careful installation and use, the MCDV2 should

offer trouble-free traffic video recording and memories

of your motorcycling journeys.

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Before you start, please read the
following advice:

Ÿ Chipatronic recommends professional installation by an auto-electrician,

motorcycle repairer or other suitably qualified person.

Ÿ The owner may do installation, but will require a good understanding of

auto-electrical systems. If in doubt, have a professional installer make the
final (2 amp fused) connection to the motorcycle’s accessory power.
We accept no responsibility for damage caused by incorrect installation.

Ÿ This kit includes a handlebar mounted controller which if fitted, requires

the rider to operate the buttons with their thumb. This controller should
not be used for novice riders or any rider not fully capable of operating
this without taking their hands off the hand grips. The handlebar
controller is not required for standard operation and if there is any
question on the ability of the rider to use this safely it should not be fitted.

Ÿ The kit includes a GPS antenna which can be fitted to provide additional

data which is saved into the video file. This data will show the location
(GPS coordinates) and vehicle speed. The accuracy of this data is based
upon the GPS system and is not guaranteed by any external reference.
Once the GPS data has been received by the device it is embedded into
the saved files and cannot be altered or removed.

Recording and storage of your video

Ÿ Before you can properly use the device you need to purchase and install

a micro-SD card, Class 10 or better (max 128GB).

Ÿ To playback your video, it is best to insert the card into a card reader

attached to your computer or other device. Note that additional
hardware may be required to import video from any SD card to devices
such as tablets. A USB/Micro USB adaptor is included which will enable
connection to many devices but no all.
It is recommended that you purchase at least two micro-SD cards, if you
plan to review your videos regularly. Remove the current card and insert
the second one to ensure that video recording is not inadvertently
stopped due to the card not being put back into the DVR.

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It is recommended that you reformat the micro-SD card, at least once
every three (3) months to ensure best use.

Ÿ The device is designed to record and store important data.

It should be installed safely and securely under the motorcycle’s seat or
in a weather tight compartment, where it will be out of the weather (rain
and dust) and is protected from tampering or theft. Please note that the
DVR does generate heat and should not be covered by tightly packed gear.

Carefully check the parts of the dashcam kit, as you remove them from
the box:

Ÿ The MCDV2HD itself (“the device”), which is the core of the kit
Ÿ A mounting bracket for the device.
Ÿ Two (2) video cameras, each with

extension cables and mounts.
The front camera is the larger of the 2.

Ÿ A handlebar controller (large red

buttons), designed to be mounted on
the handlebars using touch-tape
(Velcro™), with input splitter cable to
connect the controller to the main power
unit.

Ÿ A GPS receiver (to record location and

time).

Ÿ A power supply cable and power convertor box.
Ÿ USB test and charge cable.

USB to micro-SD card adaptor.

It is highly recommended that the kit is assembled and tested in the
workshop prior to installation on the motorcycle to ensure a clear
understanding of the layout, connections and functions.

Your new micro-SD card should come formatted ready for use in the device.
The card may be formatted in the device if required. (Note: To preserve the
correct operation of the micro-SD card we strongly recommend that the card is
reformatted on a regular (three (3) month) basis.

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Hold the device the right way around, and carefully
insert the micro SD card as shown.
You can do that now.

Get to know the Parts of the MCDV2: Hold the device.
Turn it around to identify each of the buttons and the ports that you will use to
operate and connect it.

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Wiring Diagram - Layout

Ÿ Video plugs are small and delicate. Rough handling or dirt can damage

them. During assembly the video plugs should be clean and carefully
aligned, then gently, but firmly pushed together. After installation (not
now) they can be taped to seal or use heat-shrink prior to assembly.

Ÿ The above drawing shows where each of the parts of the kit attaches to

the device. You may wish to use the extensions supplied to reach
handlebar button and camera locations or ensure the GPS device can
“see” the sky.

Ÿ Attach each of the parts to the device now, but not the main power supply.
Ÿ Using a USB power supply, we recommend that you set up the system on

a table or bench before installing on the motorcycle.

Ÿ A USB cable is provided to charge the internal battery prior to installation.
Ÿ Once you are familiar with the parts, setting up and operation, you should

find it simple and easy to use.

Ÿ All connections are done with miniature, multi-pin connectors.

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All cables are included and should be sufficiently long for standard
motorcycles. Excess cable should be coiled and held in place. Do not cut or

crush cables!

If you have not already done it, assemble all of the parts as per these
instructions and diagrams.
Advice on fitting the device to the motorcycle is at the end of the document.
You should now charge the internal battery, preferably using a power supply
with USB output.

Next you will follow the operating instructions using buttons 1- 4, to set your
preferences

Operating instructions

Video Recording Mode

When the cameras and power supply are attached and the device is turned on,
video will be visible on the screen. This is the “video recording” mode.
The following icons may be visible on the screen also. These icons show the
current status of the device (what it is doing). They will change, depending on
which settings you choose

The recording time is displayed at the top of the screen.
Red means it is recording now. Blue is a saved file time.

SCREEN ICON

WHAT THEY MEAN

Power On

Loop Recording Time (3 = 3 Minutes)

Micro SD Card is inserted correctly

Micro SD Card is missing or not inserted correctly

Microphone is active

GPS signal acquired

GPS not found or No GPS signal

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To start your setup:

From the Video Recording Mode, press and hold the “MENU/OK” button to
enter the first part of the SETUP interface. You will see the main menu. To
select specific parameters, press the “UP” or “DOWN” buttons, then press
“OK” to confirm. Press and hold “MENU/OK” to Exit.
Please Note The DVR has been pre-configured to suit most users but it is
highly recommended to take a few minutes to become familiar with changing
to a different mode, selecting a parameter, setting it and confirming OK.
These are the steps that you will repeat for each of the parameters.
As long as the device is working properly, you only have to set these
parameters once. It is easier to do this setup on the bench, than with the
device installed under the motorcycle seat.

SETTINGS - SETUP

1. Size

The resolution is fixed at 1080P

2. Time Stamp

Off Video file will not display either date or time
Date Only Video file will only display the date
Date and Time Video file will display both the date & time - DEFAULT

3. Loop Recording

The length of the standard video files can be set to one of the following:
1 Minute - 3 Minutes - 5 Minutes DEFAULT is 3 Minutes

4. Pre-Record

In the Pre-Record mode the DVR will start but NOT record to the SD card
until the wired, handlebar controller button is pressed. It will blink rapidly
and you will know it is recoding.

5. To record Sound

On or Off . The sound is recorded from the DVR unit only. DEFAULT is ON

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6. GPS

The GPS location and speed data can be switched off, by default it is ON

7. Camera Rotation

Depending on the way the cameras are mounted, you may need to “flip” the

images. The default is set to 180o which is with the camera hanging under the

bracket but this can be changed to 0o which is sitting above the bracket.

SETUP Mode – the next menu

Press the “Menu” button again to enter Setup interface (the next menu). As in
the previous screen, press either UP or DOWN buttons to select specific
parameters then Press “MENU/OK” to confirm, press and hold to Exit.

1. Format
Caution: Use FORMAT with care. Selecting this option will delete all of the
files by reformatting the micro-SD card.

However, after regular use, it is recommended that the micro-SD is
reformatted at least every three (3) months. Ensure that any important
videos have been copied or downloaded to your computer before
reformatting.

2. Screen Off
The device will save battery energy by turning off the LCD (liquid crystal
display) screen. Under normal operating conditions, the device (and screen)
will be concealed under the seat (so you can’t see them anyway).
Off Screensaver off, so LCD will remain on
1 Min LCD will enter screensaver mode after 1min (recommended)
3 Min Camera will enter screensaver mode after 3min without operation
5 Min Camera will enter screensaver mode after 5min without operation
Note: When the device is in Screensaver mode, simply press any button to
restore the screen.

3. G-Sensor
The device is designed to be sensitive to shocks, such as vehicle impacts.
However, if the sensitivity is set too high, the device may be triggered by
minor events, such as hitting small bumps and pot-holes in the road. When
the device receives a shock, it automatically saves the video in a file that will

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not be overwritten. Under normal circumstances, each video file will be
saved as type REC.XXXX.AVI. Think of REC as being normal RECording. The
REC files will be overwritten by looping recording as the micro-SD card
becomes full. That is, these REC files are not protected.
Upon impact the video file name will be saved as EVE.XXXX.AVI. Think of

EVE as being an EVEnt.

G-sensor sensitivity may be set to either,
Off, High, Medium or Low.

We recommend that you start with Medium sensitivity, and see whether your
local road conditions are triggering the writing of EVE.XXXX.AVI files.
Reducing the sensitivity of the G-sensor, should prevent too many EVE files
being written.

4. Light Frequency
Light Frequency We recommend 50Hz, which is consistent with Australian
standards. 50HZ/60HZ

5. Date Format
Default is DD/MM/YY but you can change the format if needed.

6. Date Input
If using the GPS the device will pickup the date but you can check it and
change the date if needed by using the Up - Down buttons.

7. Time Input
Again the GPS should pickup the time but you can check it and change it if
needed or if you are not using the GPS.

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8. Time Zone

The GPS receives time signals as well as location. If the GPS is used, the clock
can be set automatically by selecting the GPS time zone. By default this is set
to GMT: + 10 which EST. Remember that you may need to alter this for
daylight saving time.

9. Sys (System) Reset
Do not use unless necessary! Should a system error occur, selecting this
option will allow the MCDV2HD to be restored to the factory settings.
Please note that if this option is selected, you will need to go back through
the steps above to select your preferences.

10. Version

Check software version information.

Playback (PLAY) Mode

To view your video files on the device screen, select Playback (PLAY) mode.
Then Press the “OK” button to playback the video file.
You can press the “Up” or “Down” button to select the previous or next video
file.

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Playback from PC.

The files recorded are .AVI video files which is a common type which can be
played using standard software in Windows or freely available software such
as VLC.

Playback GPS file

To play back GPS files and video together, Chipatronic recommends the use of
Driver Record player software , DrPlayer which enables video to be played at the
same time as showing a base map with location, map coordinates (latitude and
longitude) also the direction and speed of travel.
You can download this from:
https://www.chipatronic.com.au/images/products/digital-video­recorders/drplayer_en_install_sfx20160630.zip

With the DrPlayer software open on your computer, select the drive and folder
where the files are saved and click the button to select a GPS file then click
“Play” button to review the video and GPS information together.
Please Note the GPS data may not be available for the beginning of every files
as it takes time to acquire the signal and the environment and conditions may
also affect the signal.
The signal will not be available when under cover.

Loop Recording

When the micro-SD card is full, the Camera will auto-delete (overwrite) existing
REC.XXXX.AVI files. Upon impact the video file will be protected and saved as
type EVE.XXXX.AVI. These EVE files will not be overwritten by normal loop
recording

Wired Controller Function (Use is optional) A handlebar mounted wired
controller is supplied with the kit. The controller is designed to be attached to
the handlebar using touch tape (Velcro™) or cable ties.

Use of the wired controller may require the rider to remove their hand
from the handlebar. Do not use this unless fully capable and competent.

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Standard Full Time Recording Mode

With the device in any mode (Video recording, Standby or Recording mode,
press either button on the wired controller. The device will then automatically
save video file with the name (KEY-XXXX.AVI ). This is the same file type as
EVE.XXXX.AVI. These files will not be overwritten automatically. When the
micro-SD is full, only the normal files (REC.XXXX.AVI) will be overwritten. This is
why we recommend regular reformatting.

Pre-Record Mode

In the Pre-Record mode the DVR will start but NOT record to the SD card until
the wired, handlebar controller button is pressed. It will blink rapidly and you
will know it is recoding.
The recording will start 10 seconds prior to when you pressed the button and
continue for the Loop Recording time set which allows a longer riding period,
only capturing the periods selected instead of the entire trip. By DEFAULT this
function is OFF and you can change the setting to use it but remember that you
need to press the button every time you want to save a recording.

Please Note This function requires rider activation using the wired
controller and should not be used by novice riders or any other rider not

capable or confident to do so safely.

Video Data Backup

Chipatronic strongly recommends that you backup your video data before
reformatting the micro-SD card. Remove the micro-SD card from the device,
then insert it into a card reader connected to your computer. You may then list,
open, view, or backup your video files. You may also choose to delete or protect
files or reformat your micro-SD card.

Power on test

Before installing the kit, and for the first-time use of the device, Chipatronic
recommends using the USB cable provided in the package instead of the main
power supply. Connect the USB cable to a charger DC-5V, computer USB port or
other USB outlet. With power on, test the device for normal recording and other

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functions. After the device tests normal with power on, it is ready for
installation and use.

Micro-SD card installation

Insert the micro-SD Card in the micro-SD slot according to the direction shown
below, until it softly clicks into place.
When removing the micro-SD card, push in the card and gently release to eject
it.

! Take care when removing as the card may be lost if it falls or springs out un-

expectedly.
Make sure the micro-SD card is facing the right way, as below. If it is in the
wrong direction, it may damage the device and micro-SD card.
If the micro-SD seems incompatible with the device,
check the orientation (right way up), and try to insert
again. If the micro-SD card doesn’t fit, replace it with
one that does.

Notice:

- If the device is “frozen” due to the improper operation,
press the reset button to restore the camera to normal.

- The software may be updated by the manufacturer,
without prior notice, to improve the device’s function.

INSTALLATION

The device (MCDV2HD) Mounts under the seat or other,
dry, protected location. The mount provided is multi­directional, giving many options but please ensure that
the DVR is not covered completely and do not pack wet weather gear around
this after use. The device generates heat and needs some air to cool it
Cables must be able to be run to external cameras, power supply, GPS and
handlebar controller. If that can be done in a workshop/garage there will be less
glare from the screen.

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Power Supply

Connect + (Red) to battery power
Connect - GND (Black) to electrical Ground
Connect Yellow to accessory power (+)
Device should be fused for protection (2A)

Bullet Cameras x 2

Front and Rear cameras to be mounted where a clear view is
possible. Do not obstruct the lens. Check picture on the DVR
screen to ensure the camera is aligned correctly and can capture
the view required before fixing in place. Aim to minimise
vibration.

GPS Receiver

Mount under plastic or in the open, this must not be covered by
metal and should not be close to other antennas or high power
devices.

Handlebar Controller

Attach to the handlebars using the strap included or you can use
cable ties. This should be a position where the rider can use their
thumb to operate the buttons safely.

All cables are included and should be sufficiently long for standard
motorcycles. Exc ess cable should
be coiled and held in place
with cable ties.
! Do not cut the cables
! Do not

bend too
tightly or

crush the

cables

The Main DVR unit mounts under the seat or

in a weathertight compartment. Power

supply is from the bike electrical system and

peripherals connect by cables.

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The Main DVR unit mounts under the seat or

in a weathertight compartment. Power

supply is from the bike electrical system and

peripherals connect by cables.

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Technical specifications

LCD Screen 3.0” TFT

Camera Lens

Front: 140oRear 100

o

Language English/French/German/Italian/Spanish/Portugu

ese/T-Chinese/ S-Chinese/ Russian/
Turkish/Japan

Video Format AVI (H.264)

Video Resolution Front: 1920*1080P (HD) Rear: 640*480P (VGA)

Memory Card Micro SD card up to 128GB

Battery RTC

G-Sensor Built-in (Supported)

Wired Controller Included (Supported)

GPS Included (Supported)

System Windows 2000 and above

CONTACT: Chipatronic PO Box 4968 Nambour BC Q. 4560
www.chipatronic.com.au E: [email protected] P: 07 5442 3688

Warranty

The DVR and components have 12 months manufacturers warranty covering
hardware and workmanship. Please return the product to the place of
purchase with copy of receipt or proof of purchase or directly to Chipatronic at
the address below.