GRDIAN DEFENDR+ User Manual

INTERACTIVE MOBILE
USER MANUAL

Last Updated: 4/12/17

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About this Manual

Important Safety Information

Accessories

A Quick Look

Using the App (Android)

Installing Your Dash Cam

Playing Back on Your Computer

Dashcam Viewer & Optional GPS

Product Specifications

Troubleshoot

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Getting Started (Quick Guide)

Using the App (iOS)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric
shock, injury, or damage to your GRDIAN device or other property. Read all the safety
information below before using the DEFENDR+.

Handling Handle the DEFENDR+ with care. The DEFENDR+ can be damaged if dropped,
burned, punctured, crushed, or if it comes in contact with liquid. If your DEFENDR+ is
damaged, do not continue using it, as it may cause injury. Use the correct input voltage. Do
not spray cleaning products on the device. Detach the power cord from the device if the
device emits an unusual smell or if there is smoke. Do not remove the microSD card while it
is saving or reading data. Remove the power cord from the device if you are planning not to
use the device for a long time. If the product is damaged or the power supply is cut due to an
accident, video may not be recorded.

Repairing Do not attempt to repair the DEFENDR+ yourself. Doing so will void the Warranty,
damage your device or may cause injury. If your DEFENDR+ is damaged or is defective,
contact GRDIAN.

Distraction Do not operate the product while driving. Operate only when your vehicle is
parked. Do not install the device where it interferes with the driver’s vision.

Exposure to Extreme Heat The DEFENDR+ and its accessories comply with applicable sur­face temperature standards and limits. However, even within these limits, sustained exposure
to heat for long periods of time may cause damage to the device. Use common sense to avoid
situations where your skin is in contact with a device or its power adapter when it’s operating
or plugged into a power source for long periods of time. It is important to keep the DEFENDR+
and its power adapter in a well ventilated area when in use.

Choking hazard Some accessories may present a choking hazard to small children. Keep
these accessories away from small children.

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Thank you for your purchase of the DEFENDR+. The contents of this manual may be subject
to change without prior notice.

Warranty This product does not guarantee that it will record all accidents. In accordance
with Personal Information Security Law & related legislation, GRDIAN is not responsible for
any problems due to illegal use of this product. Recorded video produced by this product
constitutes the secondary data that may help to determine the circumstances of an accident.
GRDIAN is not responsible for any loss or damage caused by an accident.

For more information about Warranty visit: http://www.grdian.com/support/warranty

Copyright & Trademark The instruction manual is protected by Copyright Law, and all
rights to it are protected by law. It it prohibited to reproduce, copy, modify, or translate this
instruction manual without permission.

GRDIAN Capture the Unexpected is the registered trademark of GRDIAN. GRDIAN reserves the
rights regarding all works related to the GRDIAN brand such as product design, trademarks,
and product promotional videos. It is prohibited to reproduce, copy, modify, or use related
works without permission. Any violation may be penalized in accordance with the relevant
regulations.

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ACCESSORIES

Suction Cup Mount

Car Charger

GPS Adapter

(Optional)

Adhesive Mount

USB

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A QUICK LOOK

DEFENDR+

Front

Side Side 2

Bottom

Camera Lens

Reset Button

Recording Indicator:

Blinks when recording
Solid when not recording

Power Indicator

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Indicator

microSD

Slot

Manual Stop/Start

Recording

Power Button

Manually turn off
when recording

Solid when Wi-Fi is established

On/Off

mini USB

mini HDMI

ON

OFF

ON

RESET

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

GETTING STARTED (QUICK GUIDE)

MEMORY CARD

For optimal performance, we highly recommend using one of the memory cards found
on our recommended memory cards list.

grdian.com/blogs/grdian/recommended-dash-cam-memory-cards
microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC
Capacity up to 128gb; Use a 64gb microSD for optimal performance over Wi-Fi.

1. Make sure the microSD does not contain any files. Format the card if needed before
inserting in.

2. The device should be completely turned off before inserting your microSD into the
memory card slot found on your device.

DOWNLOAD THE APP

The DEFENDR+ is compatible only with iOS and Android devices.

Android users download:

LINKINEYES

iOS users download:

FNMultiCam

CONNECTING THE DEFENDR VIA WI-FI

1. Plug the DEFENDR+ into the cigarette outlet with the provided car charger. Once

your device is powered on, wait for the Wi-Fi indicator to turn solid green. It may
take a few seconds for Wi-Fi to establish.

2. Once the Wi-Fi indicator turns solid, you can now connect the DEFENDR+ to your
mobile phone.

3. Connect the DEFENDR+ to your mobile device in your Wi-Fi settings. Locate
AMBA_XXXXXX and connect.

4. Enter the password: 1234567890

USING THE APP

1. Once connected, open the APP. You will be automatically connected.

2. For more detailed information about the APP visit page 8.

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GETTING STARTED (QUICK GUIDE)

SETTINGS AND PERFORMANCE

By default, the DEFENDR+ has been preconfigured for optimal performance.

Tips
Higher the resolution, the larger the file. This will impact download time over Wi-Fi.
Using a higher loop recording time, the larger the file will be. This will impact
download time over Wi-Fi.
Using a larger memory card will impact loading time when viewing the media
manager. We recommend using a maximum of 64gb if you find yourself download-

ing videos via Wi-Fi often.

If you are using your G-Sensor, overtime your memory will fill up with locked files.
This will prevent overwriting.

UPDATING THE FIRMWARE

To get the latest firmware for your DEFENDR+ visit the support page of the DEFENDR+.
Stay updated by signing up for our newsletter.

For the latest firmware visit grdian.com/support/defendr-plus-product-support

FOLLOW THE STEPS EXACTLY TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO YOUR DEVICE.

1. Using a formatted memory card, download the firmware and extract it to your

memory card. You should only have the .bin file in your memory card.

2. With the DEFENDR+ unplugged, insert your memory card.

3. Plug the DEFENDR+ into a power source. DO NOT PLUG THE DEFENDR+ INTO THE

COMPUTER.

4. Once powered on, the device will blink rapidly. Please wait until the device com­ pletely shutsdown. DO NOT INTERRUPT THE UPDATING PROCESS.

5. Once the device is completely shutdown, unplug the DEFENDR+. Remove the
memory card and format it on your computer.

6. DO NOT INSERT YOUR MEMORY CARD YET. Plug the DEFENDR+ back into a power
source. Wait for the DEFENDR+ to shutdown and reboot.

7. Once it has rebooted, you can resume using the DEFENDR+ as usual.

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USING THE APP (iOS)

Maps

Camera list

Screenshot

Dim Screen

Unlink

Settings

Media Manager

Change mode

Video Mode:
Record/Pause

Photo Mode:

Take Photo

File List

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TIP: To edit settings, view or download footage you have to PAUSE recording first.

USING THE FNMULTICAM APP

1. Download and install the FnMultiCam APP from

the Apple Store

2. Open the Wi-Fi settings of your device to connect
to the DEFENDR+.

3. Locate AMBA_XXXXXX and enter the password

1234567890.

USING THE APP (ANDROID)

Media

Manager

Settings

Camera Mode

Recording Mode

Date & Time

Active Camera
Resolution

Recording Time

Record/
Capture

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USING THE LINKINEYES APP

1. Download and install the FnMultiCam APP from

the Google Play Store

2. Open the Wi-Fi settings of your device to connect
to the DEFENDR+.

3. Locate AMBA_XXXXXX and enter the password

1234567890.

TIP: To edit settings, view or download footage you have to PAUSE recording first.

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INSTALLING YOUR DASH CAM

This installation guide does not require hardwiring. This guide will utilize the car
charger.

1. Position and mount your dash cam where it will not obstruct the driver’s view. We
recommend installing behind the rear view mirror.

2. Locate your cigarette oulet. Note: Make sure that your cigarette outlet isn’t constant­ ly running power even if you turn off your vehicle. You want to plug the car charger
into a cigarette outlet that turns off when you leave your car.

3. Route your wire like illustrated below. First run the cable along the headliner and
then inside the A-pillar. You may need to remove the A-pillar trim with a trim removal
tool.

4. Run the cable down the weather strip.

5. Once you have run the cable all the way down, you can either hide your wires under
the floor mat or find crevices along the side or under and tuck the cables in.

For more detailed instructions and installation video visit

grdian.com/blogs/grdian/installing-your-dash-cam-without-hardwiring

PLAYING-BACK ON THE COMPUTER

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To access the footage captured with your DEFENDR+ remove the microSD from the
DEFENDR+ or use the supplied USB cable to connect to your computer. Below is the
file structure you will see.

For more detailed instructions visit

grdian.com/blogs/grdian/playing-back-your-dash-cam-footage

Contains locked file

segments when G-Sensor

feature is on

Full resolution video

Thumbnail preview
over Wi-Fi

Contains all footage

The optional GPS adapter can be purchased separately.
The GPS Adapter will record various information such as
speed, location, coordinates, and more.

To playback the information recorded with your GPS
adapter, download the Dashcam Viewer. Available for
both MACs and PC.

For more information visit grdian.com/blogs/grdian/how-to-playback-dashcam-

footage-with-gps-using-the-dashcam-viewer

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DASHCAM VIEWER & OPTIONAL GPS

Model

DEFENDR+

89 x 38 x 44mm (3.5 x 1.5 x 1.7in)

Ambarella A7LA55

Omnivision 4689

160° wide angle view

Built-in mic

Built-in

Built-in 3-axis acceleration sensor

Optional GPS Adapater available for purchase

microSD up to 128GB, refer to recommended memory cards list

H.264/MP4

-10°C to 60°C (14°F-140°F)

iOS & Android

Supercapacitor

Super HD (2560 x 1080) @30 fps
Super HD (2304 x 1296) @30fps
Full HD (1920 x 1080) @45fps
Full HD (1920 x 1080) @30fps
Full HD (1920 x 1080) @30fps HDR
HD (1280 x 720) @60fps
HD (1280 x 720) @30fps

Dashcam Viewer

Processor

Lens

Wi-Fi

GPS

Battery

Video Resolutions

Compatible Software

Dimensions

Image Sensor

Audio

G-Sensor

Memory

Video Format

Opertain Temp.
Compatible Apps

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

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TROUBLESHOOT

The App won’t connect to my device

Unable to loop record/issues with the memory card

Unable to record

The adhesive or suction cup mount is not staying on

I am unable to change my settings.

I am unable to playback the footage.

I am unable to load my footage with the app.

If you are having trouble accessing the app, force quit the app and open it again.
Please check for compatibility (Android 4.0.3 or later & iOS 8.0 or later)

Because of the constant writing of data onto a card, dash cams use specific memory
cards. Click here for a list of recommended memory cards.

If your G-Sensor is on, files that are triggered by the G-Sensor will be locked. Overtime,
these files will accumulate and fill the memory card. Format the card when needed.

Clean your window, a clean surface allows for maximum adhesion.

To change the camera settings, pause recording first.

To playback your footage, pause recording first.

For optimal performance, we recommend using memory cards up to 64gb. A 128gb
will work with your device but may not load videos correctly with the app, due to the
size of data.

Cant find the answer to your question? Contact us at [email protected]

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