ION Adventure User guide
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FCC STATEMENT
Caution Statement
“Modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.”
Instruction Statement
NOTE: 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 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 into 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.
WARNING: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV
INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THE DEVICE. ANY
SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
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Product Information
Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes primary
product specifications, software, and user's manual. This User Manual is a general reference
guide for the product.
The product and accessories that come with your iON camera may be different from those
described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly
different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer
demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary between retailers
especially with accessories such as chargers, memory cards, cables, pouches, mounting
accessories and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color
and appearance. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.
The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the
actual design of your iON
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual.
camera.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warnings:
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Make sure the PODZ is completely sealed before use. If foreign objects or
water have entered the camera, turn the power off.
Continued use may cause an injury. Please call our customer services department
for assistance.
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If the camera has been dropped or its case has been damaged, turn the power
off.
Continued use may cause an injury. Please call our customer services department
for assistance.
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There are no user serviceable parts for the camera: DO NOT DISSASSEMBLE!
For repair, please call our customer services department for assistance.
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Do not place the camera on unstable surfaces.
This may cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing damage.
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Cautions:
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A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop, strike, or use excessive
force when handling the camera.
This may cause damage to the camera.
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Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This may cause fire or electric shock.
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Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise
significantly such as inside a car.
This may adversely affect the case or the parts inside.
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Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this may damage cords and cables.
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This is an extreme sports video product.
Please be careful when using this product, falling on the camera may cause bodily
injury
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CONTENT
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................. 8
Overview........................................................................................................ 9
Package Contents ....................................................................................... 11
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA............................................................ 12
GETTING STARTED ........................................................................................ 12
Charging the Battery.................................................................................... 12
Inserting MicroSD Card ............................................................................... 13
Setting Date & Time……………………………………………………… ......... 14
CAR MODE....................................................................................................... 15
Attach the Camera to the Suction Mount..................................................... 15
Install the Suction Mount &Camera in a vehicle .......................................... 16
Recording in Car Mode (Power on/off) ...................................................... 17
Car Mode Files and Recording Details........................................................ 18
Car Mode File Protection ............................................................................. 19
VIDEO CAMERA (DV) MODE .......................................................................... 20
Power on and off in DV Mode...................................................................... 20
Recording Videos in DV Mode..................................................................... 20
Still Photos in DV Mode ............................................................................... 21
Mounting Your Camera................................................................................ 21
RESETTING THE CAMERA............................................................................. 22
USING THE PODZ............................................................................................ 22
AUTO ROTATION ............................................................................................ 23
GPS................................................................................................................... 24
SEALING YOUR CAMERA TO PREVENT WATER DAMAGE....................... 24
CONNECTING CAMERA TO A COMPUTER .................................................. 25
Running the iON Software ........................................................................... 25
Browsing the Files & Transferring Them to A PC ........................................ 26
Changing the Camera Settings.................................................................... 27
Linking to iON Websites and Cloud Service ................................................ 30
Firmware Update & Installation.................................................................... 31
CONNECTIING THE CAMERA TO A TV......................................................... 33
Connecting the Camera to TV in Car mode................................................. 33
Connecting the Camera to TV in DV mode ................................................. 34
Recording Video with TV in DV mode ......................................................... 35
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Playing Back Video Files with TV in DV mode ............................................ 36
Changing TV Language............................................................................... 37
Deleting Video Files with TV........................................................................ 38
Formatting the MicroSD Card with TV ......................................................... 39
SIGNING UP FOR FREE iON CLOUD STORAGE.......................................... 40
USING KINOMAP SOFTWARE ....................................................................... 42
Installing the Software ................................................................................. 42
Explanation of the Main Screen................................................................... 46
Starting Up................................................................................................... 48
Importing a Video......................................................................................... 50
Playing a Video............................................................................................ 54
Creating a New Project................................................................................ 56
Saving the Current Video as a Project......................................................... 58
Opening a Project ........................................................................................ 59
Changing Map View and Checking Map Information................................... 62
Introduction of Statistic Chart....................................................................... 66
Synchronizing the Video and GPS .............................................................. 67
Changing the Software Language ............................................................... 69
Uploading a Track to Kinomap Webpage .................................................... 70
SPECIFICATION .............................................................................................. 74
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................. 76
TROUBLESHOOTINGS ................................................................................... 77
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Thank you for purchasing the iON Adventure camera. The Adventure is a dual
purpose camera for both in car and action video use. The in car function allows
you to record whilst driving and capture your journey whilst also recording your
location information using the built in GPS. The in car function also allows you to
use the camera for “incident capture”. When in DV mode your camera can be used
as a camcorder or sports video camera for your in-or outdoor activities. With iON's
unique CamLOCK™ mounting system, you can easily detach the camera from your
car and carry it along for your adventure or sport activities.
Accepts two MicroSD cards
HD recording – Up to 1080p resolution
Simple operation with one press capture.
Records excellent videos in low light environment
Waterproof to 10m or 30ft
Long battery life approx. 2 hrs when fully charged at 720p.
120 degree wide-angle field of view.
Approx.139g weight.
Captures high resolution photos
Compatible with all types of iON PODZ accessories, including Wi-Fi and
Remote
Built-in GPS adds geo-information to your files.
Incident capture functionality.
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Loop recording mode.
8GB FREE iON Cloud storage
Compatible with other iON mounting systems
Package Contents
Carefully unpack the iON Adventure and ensure that you have the following items:
1. USB Cable
2. Universal Power Adapter
3. Dual USB Car Adapter
4. Secure Strap
5. USB to AV Adapter
6. CamLOCK™
7. CamLOCK™ Key
8. Suction Mount
9. L-Tripod Adapter
10. CamLOCK™ Slot-Car
11. Warranty Card
12. Quick User Guide
13. Pouch
14. Mi-media Card
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Common (Optional) Accessories:
MicroSD or MicroSDHC card up to 128 GB (Class 6 or higher recommended.)
The memory card is required to have at least 8GB free space. A 32GB or above
card is recommended for the car recording features.
Note: Please check your computer to make sure a card larger than 32GB can be
read.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA
1. LED Light Guide
2. REC/STOP Button
3. Wide Angle Lens
4. PODZ
5. Strap vent
6. Tripod Socket
7. PODZ Socket
8. Reset Button
9. MicroSD Slot for CAR
10. MicroSD Slot for DV
11. Mini USB Slot
12. Mode Switch
13. PODZ Latch
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GETTING STARTED
Charging the Battery
The embedded 1200mAh Li-Polymer Battery in the Adventure camera can be
recharged quickly allowing you hours of recording time.
To charge the battery
1. Charge your camera through the USB cable connected to a USB2.0 computer
port, the AC adapter (included) on wall socket power, DC Car adapter
(included) or any 5V 1A AC/DC adapter.
2. The LED indicator lights RED when the camera is charging.
3. The Red LED will turn OFF once the battery is fully charged. It takes about 2
hours to initially charge the camera. Subsequent charges take approximately
2 hours.
When the battery power is low, the camera will vibrate three times to indicate
the low battery.
The camera will vibrate for 2 seconds to indicate it’s out of power. The camera
will automatically save the file if it is recording and turn off.
If the camera does not charge, please contact our help line for assistance as
you should not attempt to remove the internal battery. Doing so, will void your
warranty coverage and can possibly damage the camera.
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Inserting MicroSD Card (not included)
The Adventure supports MicroSD cards up to 128GB (Class 6 or higher cards are
recommended) which allows you to take High Definition (HD) Video for
approximately 4 hours (1080p 30 fps or 720p 60 fps). If there is no MicroSD card in
the camera, the Red and Blue LED will flash alternatively and continuously.
To insert a MicroSD card
The camera has two MicroSD card slots, one for CAR mode and the other for DV
mode. A MicroSD card (not included) must be inserted in at least one of the slots
to use your camera.
There is only one direction to insert the MicroSD card into the slot. Do not force
the card into the card slot as it may damage both the camera and the MicroSD
card.
Camera power must be OFF when inserting or removing a card. Files or the
card may be corrupted if a card is inserted or ejected whilst power is on.
A new MicroSD card should be formatted before use. For instructions on how
to format the card, please refer to the Section “CONNECTING CAMERA TO A
TV” or use your computer’s native formatting facilities.
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Setting Date & Time
You can set the camera’s clock with the iON application software (resident on the
camera) to ensure that your video and photo files are saved with the correct date/
time information.
To set up the camera clock
1. Turn the camera power on.
2. Connect the camera to a Mac or Windows computer USB 2.0 port using the
USB cable.
3. 3 new Removable Devices will be added to MS Windows “Computer” or Mac
“Finder.” Open the device named “ION (X)” and run iON_win.exe on Windows
or the device named “ION” and run iON_mac.app on Mac.
(The letter “X” depends upon what other devices are already attached to your
computer.)
4. Find the “Date & Time” at the bottom of the Settings Window and click “Set”.
5. Adjust the date and time manually or click “Sync with PC” to set the camera
time to the same time as your PC clock.
6. Click “OK” to save the settings.
7. Disconnect your camera from the PC immediately after setting date/time to
ensure the date & time is set correctly.
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Please note the user interface may vary with further firmware upgrades.
CAR MODE
CAR mode ( ) lets you capture the scenery along your drive as well as preserve a
record of any unexpected incidents. Recording operates in a loop, overwriting the
oldest files once the card is full. Files can be manually protected from delete and are
automatically protected if the G-Sensor detects a hard brake or collision.
Attach the Camera to the Suction Mount
1. Fit the screw of the CamLOCK™ to the tripod socket on the camera.
2. Tighten the CamLOCK™ screw.
3. Loosen and remove the top screw from the car mount.
4. Attach the CamLOCK™ Slot to the top of the car mount and reinstall the screw.
5. Slip the CamLOCK™ (on the camera) into the CamLOCK™ Slot.
6. Press the CamLOCK™ sides to release and slide the camera off the suction
mount for on the go use.
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Installing the Suction Mount & Camera into a Vehicle
1. Stop the engine and make sure your car is parked in a safe location.
2. Press the car mount onto the windshield and push the PRESS button to remove
the air between the windshield and car mount.
3. Pull down on the handle of the car mount to tighten
the seal.
4. The camera is designed to mount behind or under the
rear view mirror. The lens of camera should be
positioned at the center of the front windshield. Take
care not to block the driver’s visibility.
5. Connect the camera to the DC Power jack in your car
with included USB cable and USB car adapter.
Secure the cable if it is too loose so it will not interfere
with driver motion.
6. Loosen and retighten the screws on the car mount to adjust the camera’s
orientation.
Caution When Installing the Camera
Installing or operating the product while you are driving may cause an accident.
Stop your car in a safe location to install or operate the product.
Dust in the cigarette jack may cause excessive heat or fire. Clean it
periodically.
Frequently check whether the camera and mount are installed securely. The
camera or mount may fall due to vibrations and result in personal injury or
damage to the product.
The manufacturer is not liable for any product damage or personal injuries that
occur due to accident or carelessness.
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Recording in CAR Mode (Power on/off)
1. Slide the Mode Switch to the Car
2. Make sure a MicroSD card has been installed into the CAR slot. The memory
card is required to have at least 8GB free space. A 32GB or above card is
recommended for the car recording features.
Note: Please check your computer to make sure a card larger than 32GB can
be read.
3. Press and hold the PWR/REC/STOP
the camera on and start recording.
4. When connected to the car’s power supply, the camera will detect the
movement of your car to power on and start recording automatically.
Note: You can turn on the camera manually by pressing and holding
case it cannot be powered on automatically.
5. When the camera is not connected to any power supply or if you want to start
recording before driving, press and hold PWR/REC/STOP
and start recording.
6. The camera is always recording when ON in CAR mode.
7. A short vibration indicates recording has started. The LED indicator
illuminates in RED throughout the recording.
position to set it to CAR mode.
button until the LED lights up to turn
in
to power on
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8. To take a still shot, press once. The camera will take either a 1MP or
2MP still photo depending on the current video resolution setting. Still
photos are saved in the folder 100EMERG.
Video Resolution Setting Corresponding Photo Resolution
1080p 2MP
720p 1MP
9. Press and hold to stop the recording and turn the camera off.
Car Mode Files and Recording Details
Video file recording in CAR mode operates in a loop, creating successive files of 5
minutes in 720p and 3 minutes in 1080p. When the camera detects a memory full
situation with only enough space for protected files remaining, the next file will
overwrite the oldest file to make sure the recording function is always on.
1. The default video resolution for CAR Mode is 720p. You can change the
resolution through the iON Application Software.
2. Files recorded in CAR Mode are saved in the DCMI\10XMOTOR folder on the
memory card.
3. The files are named with the format YYYYMMDD_XXXX.MP4 or JPG. YYYY,
MM, DD represent the year, month and day of the recording. XXXX is 4
successive numeric digits.
You can playback video with GPS information using the Kinomap software
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(downloaded separately). Please refer to section “USING KINOMAP
SOFTWARE” for details on how to use the Kinomap software.
Please visit http://ion.kinomap.com/ to download the Kinomap software.
Car Mode File Protection
Files will be protected from the looping delete if the G-sensor detects a hard brake
or collision. You can adjust the sensitivity of the G-sensor through the software. The
current recording file can be protected manually by pressing
1. Protected files are saved in the 100EMERG folder.
2. Protected files are also named as YYYYMMDD_XXXX.MP4 or JPG. YYYY, MM,
DD represent the year, month and day of the recording. XXXX represents 4
successive numeric digits.
3. The maximum space for storing protected videos and photos is 4GB. When the
upper limit is reached, file protection and the still photo function are disabled
unless some or all files are cleared from the 100EMERG folder.
4. If the file protection function is triggered, the camera is able to preserve at least
3GB of space for protected files when recording regular Car Mode looping
video files.
5. The camera will flash twice every 10 seconds to indicate the space for protected
files is about to be full. Clear or back up files immediately to make space for
new files.
6. If you notice unexpected protected files, adjust the G-Sensor sensitivity using
the iON Application Software.
twice quickly.
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VIDEO CAMERA (DV) MODE
In DV mode ( ) your camera operates as a regular HD action camera. With iON’s
unique CamLOCK™ system, optional attachments and waterproof casing, it is
ready for all your sports activities. Unlike Car mode, Video file recording in DV mode
does not operate in a loop. DV mode has a Standby ON state and video recording
does not start as soon as the camera is turned on.
Power on and off in DV Mode
1. Slide the mode switch to the camera
2. Make sure a MicroSD card has been installed into the DV slot. You will need a
minimum Class 6 MicroSD card for HD recording
3. Press and hold the PWR/REC/STOP
the Blue LED lights up.
4. To turn the camera off, press and hold the PWR/REC/STOP
camera will vibrate for two seconds and the Blue LED will turn off.
Recording Videos in DV Mode
1. Press and hold
in BLUE to show the camera is on and in standby mode
2. Quick press
the LED indicator illuminates RED throughout recording.
3. Press
4. The default video resolution is 1080p. You can change the resolution through
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button during recording to stop the recording. Or, press and hold
button to stop the recording and turn the camera off.
button to turn the camera on. The LED indicator illuminates
button once to start recording. The camera will vibrate once and
position to set the camera to DV mode.
button until the camera vibrates and
button. The
the iON application software.
There will be around 1-2 seconds delay before the camera starts recording.
You can playback the video with GPS information using the Kinomap software
(to be downloaded separately). Please refer to section “USING KINOMAP
SOFTWARE” for details about how to use the Kinomap software.
Please visit http://ion.kinomap.com/ to download the Kinomap software.
Still Photos in DV Mode
When the camera is in DV mode, still Photo capture is only possible when the
camera is under the control of the iON Remote & Remote PODZ or a Wi-Fi
connected iON App & Wi-Fi PODZ. The Remote PODZ Kit and Wi-Fi PODZ
Connect Kit are sold separately.
Please refer to the User Guides of these products for detailed operation instructions
or visit www.ioncamera.com
The Still Photo function is disabled during video recording.
The default photo mode is “single shot”. Burst mode gives you a continuous 10
photo shots to capture that “can’t miss” moment. Time Lapse mode takes a
series of photos at 5, 10, 30 or 60-second intervals. To change the still photo
mode, please refer to section“CONNECTING CAMERA TO A COMPUTER”.
Mounting Your Camera
Use the included L-Tripod Adapter to change the tripod socket direction to suit your
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mounting purpose.
The camera is also compatible with most of the other iON
CamLOCK™ mounts for individual sports activities. View the full
line of kits and review their User Guides, for complete
information, visit www.ioncamera.com
.
RESETTING THE CAMERA
Press the Reset button with a thin and blunt object to reset the camera.
USINGTHE PODZ
PODZ is a series of accessories that work with your camera and provide additional
functions. Insert the PODZ into the PODZ
PODZ
– Basic back cover to seal your camera
Wi-Fi PODZ – Provides wireless capability to your camera. (Sold Separately)
Remote PODZ
– Control your camera via a remote. (Sold Separately)
Battery PODZ – Extends the battery time of your camera. (Sold Separately)
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socket of the camera for immediate use.
AUTO ROTATION
The camera has a built-in G-sensor that detects the camera’s orientation. When
Auto Rotation is ON, you can rotate your camera before recording begins to 90
o
180
or 270o from the default position (refer to the table) and the recorded view will
be rotated in the same angle. This lets you mount the camera in a different
orientation without recording a rotated or inverted view. Video resolution is adjusted
when rotated in 90
Video Resolution 0
The 90
Auto Rotation affects video only, not still photos.
Adjust your camera orientation before you start video recording. Orientation
detection cannot be activated during recording.
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o
or 270o.
o
or 180o 90o or 270o (DV only)
1080P 1920x1080 608x1080
720P 1280x720 416x720
o
and 270o auto rotation functions are available in DV mode only.
o
,
Auto Rotation is ON by default. You can turn it OFF through the “General
settings” in the iON Application Software, please refer to the Section
“CONNECTING CAMERA TO A COMPUTER.
GPS
The camera has built-in GPS to capture geo-information in photo and video files.
GPS data capture in video/photo files is always on and is not configurable. The first
time you use your camera it will take around 30 to 60 seconds to capture the
satellite signal. After the initial use it will only take about 10 seconds to locate the
satellite signal at power on. Trees, buildings or any high constructions may block
the GPS reception and affect its accuracy. The GPS signal may be completely
blocked indoors or in shielded areas.
SEALING YOUR CAMERA TO PREVENT WATER DAMAGE
The waterproof housing allows you to operate the camera up to 10 meters or 30 feet
under water. You must seal the camera with the basic PODZ (included) or another
PODZ accessory to protect the camera when using it in wet or moist conditions.
The rubber seal on the PODZ forms the waterproof
barrier to protect the camera in wet and underwater
conditions. You must keep this seal clean as a
single strand of hair or grain of sand can cause a
leak into the product.
After every use in salt water, make sure to rinse the
outside of the product and the seal with clean fresh
water and dry thoroughly. Failure to do so will result
in product corrosion and seal decay leading to permanent product damage and
failure.
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