Kenwood DRV-A501W User manual

DRV-A501W

GPS Integrated Dashboard Camera

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Contents

Before Use .................................................................................................................

Dashboard Camera Function Guide .........................................................................

Precautions for Use ...................................................................................................

Accessories .................................................................................................................

Key Features ..............................................................................................................

Parts Name and Functions ........................................................................................

Installation and Connection .....................................................................................

Initial Settings ............................................................................................................

Basic Operation .........................................................................................................

Settings ......................................................................................................................

Connection with Computer ......................................................................................

Using the Desktop Software ....................................................................................

Using the Smartphone App .....................................................................................

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................

Appendix ...................................................................................................................

Specifications ............................................................................................................

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Before Use

The screen images and operation examples in this document were created for explaining the

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operating procedures.
There may be screen images that differ from the actual screens or examples of operations not

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actually performed.

Disclaimer

Please note that JVCKENWOOD shall not be responsible for any damages suffered by the

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customer or a third party as a result of incorrectly using this product, a failure during use of
this product, or other trouble, or due to the use of this product, unless such liability is
acknowledged by law.

Copyrights

Recorded video, image, and audio content cannot be used for other than personal enjoyment

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without the consent of the copyright holder as specified in the Copyright Act.
Please note that the recording of an event such as a show, performance, or exhibition may be

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restricted even when doing so for personal enjoyment.

Dashboard Camera Function Guide

With new technology readily available, JVCKENWOOD has developed an easy
to use dashboard camera for everyday use. The device allows its user to record files in 1 / 3 / 5 minute
lengths. These files are easy to download to your desktop or laptop.
In most instances, the video files are easily played on your mobile device.
While most cameras traditionally use the entire capacity of the SD card until it is
removed, the device automatically deletes the oldest file to create space for the new video.

Dashboard camera offers three modes:

1. Video Mode: Video mode will set to default when the device is active.

2. Photo Mode: The device setting takes still photographs.

3. Playback Mode: Users can view all previously recorded videos and photos taken.

FEATURES:
Automatic Start/Stop Technology:
Maintain full focus on the road! The vehicles ignition will let the device turn on while
connected to your vehicles 12 V outlet or cigarette lighter socket. When the vehicle is
turned off, the device will automatically shut down, preserving the device power for those
moments you are not connected to permanent power.

The device lets users adjust camera settings to get the perfect shot. For a great photo
every time, here are a few tips from the designers:

Reduce the amount of sky in the picture. By adjusting the device towards the road,

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the automatic exposure compensation will be focused on the road and not the light from
the sky.
Position the device in the center of the dash. If you place the device behind the rearview

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mirror, you will avoid all distractions from the road.
Remove any objects that will obstruct your shot such as the protective lens cover.

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Clear vision will allow you to record everything in one shot.

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Precautions for Use

Precautions and notices
Warning! Do not operate the device while driving. Using this product does not change the

requirement for a driver to take full responsibility for his or her behavior. This responsibility includes
observing all traffic rules and regulations in order to avoid accidents, personal injury or property
damage.

For your own safety, do not operate the controls of the product while driving.

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A window mount is needed when using the device in a car. Make sure that you place the device in

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an appropriate place, so as not to obstruct the driver's view or deployment of airbags.
Make sure that no object is blocking the camera lens and no reflective material is placed near the

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lens. Please keep the lens clean.
If the car's windscreen is tinted with a coating, this may impact the recording quality.

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Connect the charger to a proper power source. The voltage requirements are found on the product

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case and/or packaging.
Do not use the charger if the cord becomes damaged.

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Do not attempt to service the unit. There are no serviceable parts inside. Replace the unit if it is

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damaged or exposed to excess moisture.

Caring for your device

Taking good care of your device will ensure trouble-free operation and reduce the risk of damage.

Keep your device away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures.

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Avoid exposing your device to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of

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time.
Do not place anything on top of your device or drop objects on your device.

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Do not drop your device or subject it to severe shock.

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Do not subject your device to sudden and severe temperature changes. This could cause moisture

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condensation inside the unit, which could damage your device. In the event of moisture
condensation, allow the device to dry out completely before use.
The screen surface can easily be scratched. Avoid touching it with sharp objects. Nonadhesive

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generic screen protectors designed specifically for use on portable devices with LCD panels may be
used to help protect the screen from minor scratches.
Never clean your device with the power on. Use a soft, lint-free cloth to wipe the screen and the

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exterior of your device.
Do not use paper towels to clean the screen.

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Never attempt to disassemble, repair or make any modifications to your device. Disassembly,

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modification or any attempt at repair could cause damage to your device and even bodily injury or
property damage and will void any warranty.
Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as

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your device, its parts or accessories.
To discourage theft, do not leave the device and accessories in plain view in an unattended vehicle.

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Overheating may damage the device.

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Precautions for installation

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Install the device in a position where it will not block the front view of the driver (position where
hidden by the rear-view mirror).

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Install the device so that it is within the wiping range of the wiper.

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Install the device in a position where it will not interfere with the movement of the rear-view
mirror.

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Take care not to install the device over the vehicle inspection sticker or other sticker.

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Take care not to install the device where it will interfere with driving or airbag operation.

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When installing the device in a vehicle equipped with a driving support system, check the
instruction manual of the vehicle and then select an installation position that will not interfere
with the driving support system.

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If the device is installed incorrectly, event recording or parked recording may not work correctly.

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Refer to “Installation and Connection” for the loosening of fixing knob, installation orientation,
installation angle, and other information and then install the device correctly.

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Do not install the device near a digital terrestrial television antenna or an electrical component.

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Doing so may reduce television receiver sensitivity or cause flickering and noise.

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When selecting a position for the suction mount, make sure it’s on a glass surface that is smooth
and free of paint.

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Before mounting, clean the area with a dry/clean cloth and add a small amount of moisture to the
windshield. This allows a stronger bond to form between the glass and the suction mount.

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When fixing the device with the adhesive mount, use a commercially available cleaning cloth or
the like to wipe off all dirt and grease on the mounting surface. If the device is re-affixed or
mounted using, for example, general-purpose double-sided tape, the adhesion strength may
weaken and cause the device to fall.

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After mounting the device, leave it for 24 hours before use to enable the mounting strength of
the adhesive mount to improve. Failing to do so may result in the adhesion of the adhesive mount
becoming weak and the device falling.

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Fix the cord in place with tape or the like so that it does not interfere with driving.

Precautions for use

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Do not block the camera lens, get dirt on it, or place a reflective object near it.

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When LED traffic lights are recorded, video in which they appear to be flickering or flashing may
be recorded. JVCKENWOOD assumes no responsibility with regard to the distinguishing or
recording of traffic lights.
If coating is used on the windshield of the vehicle, recording quality may be affected.

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There is no guarantee that the device can record video in all conditions.

Cleaning the device

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When the device is dirty, wipe it with a dry silicone cloth or other soft cloth. If the device is very
dirty, remove the dirt with a cloth with neutral cleaner on it then wipe off the cleaner. Wiping the
device with a hard cloth or using a volatile substance such as thinner or alcohol may cause
scratches, deformation, deterioration or other damage.

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When the lens is dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with water. Rubbing the lens
strongly with a dry cloth may cause scratches.

If you notice a problem with the device

If you notice a problem with the device, first refer to “Troubleshooting” (P. 52) and check whether
there is a way to resolve the problem.
If the device does not return to normal after the reset, turn off the power of the device and then
contact your dealer or nearest JVCKENWOOD service center.

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Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries (applicable for
countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems)
Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed of as
household waste.
Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at a facility capable of
handling these items and their waste by products.
Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest to you.
Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources while preventing detrimental effects
on our health and the environment.

Declaration of Conformity with regard to the RE
Directive 2014/53/EU
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the RoHS
Directive 2011/65/EU
Manufacturer:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa 221-0022, JAPAN

EU Representative:

JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, THE
NETHERLANDS

Déclaration de conformité se rapportant à la
directive RE 2014/53/UE
Déclaration de conformité se rapportant à la
directive RoHS 2011/65/UE
Fabricant:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa 221-0022, JAPON

Représentant dans l’UE:

JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, PAYS-BAS

Konformitätserklärung in Bezug auf die RE­Richtlinie 2014/53/EU
Konformitätserklärung in Bezug auf die RoHS­Richtlinie 2011/65/EU
Hersteller:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa 221-0022, JAPAN

EU-Vertreter:

JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN,
NIEDERLANDE

Conformiteitsverklaring met betrekking tot RE­richtlijn 2014/53/EU
Conformiteitsverklaring met betrekking tot RoHS­richtlijn 2011/65/EU
Fabrikant:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa 221-0022, JAPAN

EU-vertegenwoordiger:

JVCKENWOOD Europa B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, NEDERLAND

Dichiarazione di conformità relativa alla
direttiva RE 2014/53/UE
Dichiarazione di conformità relativa alla
direttiva RoHS 2011/65/UE
Produttore:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa 221-0022, JAPAN

Rappresentante UE:

JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, PAESI BASSI

Declaración de conformidad con respecto a la
Directiva RE 2014/53/UE
Declaración de conformidad con respecto a la
Directiva RoHS 2011/65/UE
Fabricante:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa 221-0022, JAPAN

Representante en la UE:

JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, PAÍSES
BAJOS

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Declaração de Conformidade relativa à Diretiva
RE 2014/53/UE
Declaração de conformidade relativa à Diretiva
RoHS 2011/65/UE
Fabricante:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa 221-0022, JAPÃO

Representante na UE:

JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, PAÍSES
BAIXOS

English

Hereby, JVCKENWOOD declares that the radio equipment DRV-A501W is in compliance with Directive
2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet
address:

Français

Par la présente, JVCKENWOOD déclare que l’équipement radio DRV-A501W est conforme à la
directive 2014/53/UE. L’intégralité de la déclaration de conformité UE est disponible à l’adresse
Internet suivante:

Deutsch

Hiermit erklärt JVCKENWOOD, dass das Funkgerät DRV-A501W der Richtlinie 2014/53/EU entspricht.
Der volle Text der EUKonformitätserklärung steht unter der folgenden Internetadresse zur
Verfügung:

Nederlands

Hierbij verklaart JVCKENWOOD dat de radioapparatuur DRV-A501W in overeenstemming is met
Richtlijn 2014/53/EU. De volledige tekst van de EU-verklaring van overeenstemming is te vinden op
het volgende internetadres:

Italiano

Con la presente, JVCKENWOOD dichiara che l’apparecchio radio DRV-A501W è conforme alla
Direttiva 2014/53/UE. Il testo integrale della dichiarazione di conformità UE è disponibile al seguente
indirizzo internet:

Español

Por la presente, JVCKENWOOD declara que el equipo de radio DRV-A501W cumple la Directiva
2014/53/EU. El texto completo de la declaración de conformidad con la UE está disponible en la
siguiente dirección de internet:

Português

Deste modo, a JVCKENWOOD declara que o equipamento de radio DRV-A501W está em
conformidade com a Diretiva 2014/53/UE. O texto integral da declaração de conformidade da UE está
disponível no seguinte endereço de internet:

Polska

Niniejszym, JVCKENWOOD deklaruje, że sprzęt radiowy DRV-A501W jest zgodny z dyrektywą
2014/ 53/UE. Pełny tekst deklaracji zgodności EU jest dostępny pod adresem:
ije o usklađenosti dostupan je na sljedećoj internet adresi:

RE Direktifi 2014/53/EU ile ilgili Uyum Beyanı
RoHS Direktifi 2011/65/EU için Uyum Beyanı

Üretici:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa 221-0022, JAPONYA

AB Temsilcisi:

JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, HOLLANDA

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Èeský

Společnost JVCKENWOOD tímto prohlašuje, že rádiové zařízení DRV-A501W splňuje podmínky
směrnice 2014/53/EU. Plný text EU prohlášení o shodě je dostupný na následující internetové adrese:

Magyar

JVCKENWOOD ezennel kijelenti, hogy a DRV-A501W rádióberendezés megfelel a 2014/53/EU
irányelvnek. Az EU konformitási nyilatkozat teljes szövege az alábbi weboldalon érhető el:

Hrvatski

JVCKENWOOD ovim izjavljuje da je radio oprema DRV-A501W u skladu s Direktivom 2014/53/EU.
Cjeloviti tekst deklaracije Europske un

Svenska

Härmed försäkrar JVCKENWOOD att radioutrustningen DRV-A501W är i enlighet med direktiv
2014/53/EU. Den fullständiga texten av EUförsäkran om överensstämmelse finns på följande
Internetadress :

Suomi

JVCKENWOOD julistaa täten, että radiolaite DRV-A501W on direktiivin 2014/53/EU mukainen.
EU-vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutus löytyy kokonaisuudessaan seuraavasta internet-osoitteesta:

Slovensko

S tem JVCKENWOOD izjavlja, da je radijska oprema DRV-A501W v skladu z Direktivo 2014/53/EU.
Celotno besedilo direktive EU o skladnosti je dostopno na tem spletnem naslovu:

Slovensky

Spoločnosť JVCKENWOOD týmto vyhlasuje, že rádiové zariadenie DRV-A501W vyhovuje smernici
2014/53/EÚ. Celý text EÚ vyhlásenia o zhode nájdete na nasledovnej internetovej adrese:

Dansk

Herved erklærer JVCKENWOOD, at radioudstyret DRV-A501W er i overensstemmelse med Direktiv
2014/53/EU. EUoverensstemmelseserklæringens fulde ordlyd er tilgængelig på følgende
internetadresse:

Norsk

JVCKENWOOD erklærer herved at radioutstyret DRV-A501W er i samsvar med Direktiv 2014/53/EU.
Den fullstendige teksten til EU-konformitetserklæringen er tilgjengelig på følgende
internettaddresse:

Ελληνικά

Με το παρόν, η JVCKENWOOD δηλώνει ότι ο ραδιοεξοπλισµός DRV-A501W συµµορφώνεται µε την
Οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ. Το πλήρες κείµενο της δήλωσης συµµόρφωσης της ΕΕ είναι διαθέσιµο στην
ακόλουθη διεύθυνση στο διαδίκτυο:

Eesti

Käesolevaga JVCKENWOOD kinnitab, et DRV-A501W raadiovarustus on vastavuses direktiiviga
2014/53/EL. ELi vastavusdeklaratsiooni terviktekst on kättesaadav järgmisel internetiaadressil:

Latviešu

JVCKENWOOD ar šo deklarē, ka radio aparatūra DRV-A501W atbilst direktīvas 2014/53/ES prasībām.
Pilns ES atbilstības deklarācijas teksts ir pieejams šādā tīmekļa adresē:

Lietuviškai

Šiuo JVCKENWOOD pažymi, kad radijo įranga DRV-A501W atitinka 2014/53/EB direktyvos
reikalavimus. Visą EB direktyvos atitikties deklaracijos tekstą galite rasti šiuo internetiniu adresu:

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Malti

B’dan, JVCKENWOOD jiddikjara li t-tagħmir tar-radju DRV-A501W huwa konformi mad-Direttiva
2014/ 53/UE. It-test kollu tad-dikjarazzjoni ta’ konformità huwa disponibbli fl-indirizz intranet li ġej:

Українська

Таким чином, компанія JVCKENWOOD заявляє, що радіообладнання DRV-A501W відповідає Директиві
2014/53/EU. Повний текст декларації про відповідність ЄС можна знайти в Інтернеті за такою адресою:

Türkçe

Burada, JVCKENWOOD DRV-A501W radyo ekipmanının 2014/53/AB Direktifine uygun olduğunu bildirir.
AB uyumluluk deklarasyonunun tam metni aşağıdaki internet adresinde mevcuttur.

Русский

JVCKENWOOD настоящим заявляет, что радиооборудование DRV-A501W соответствует Директиве
2014/53/EU. Полный текст декларации соответствия ЕС доступен по следующему адресу в сети
Интернет:

Limba românã

Prin prezenta, JVCKENWOOD declară că echipamentul radio DRV-A501W este în conformitate cu
Directiva 2014/53/UE. Textul integral al declarației de conformitate UE este disponibil la urmatoarea
adresă de internet:

Български език

С настоящото JVCKENWOOD декларира, че радиооборудването на DRV-A501W е в съответствие с
Директива 2014/53/ЕС. Пълният текст на ЕС декларацията за съответствие е достъпен на следния
интернет адрес:

URL: https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/eudoc /

FCC WARNING

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this
equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in
the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is made.

FCC 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 may cause harmful interference to radio communications, if it is not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions. 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 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.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

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CAN ICES-3(B) / NMB-3(B)

IC (Industry Canada) Notice

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.

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

CAUTION

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets
the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure
evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or
more away from person’s body.

Pour le Canada
Note de ‘IC (Industrie Canada)

L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation,
Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;

2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en

compromettre le fonctionnement.

ATTENTION

Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non
contrôlé et respecte les règles les radioélectriques (RF) de la FCC lignes directrices d’exposition et d’exposition aux
fréquences radioélectriques (RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé en gardant une distance
de 20 cm ou plus entre le radiateur et le corps humain.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: KENWOOD
Products: Dashboard Camera
Model Name: DRV-A501W
Responsible Party:
JVCKENWOOD USA CORPORATION
2201 East Dominguez Street,
Long Beach, CA 90810, U.S.A.
PHONE: [phone]

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.

Complies with

IMDA Standards

DB102150

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Accessories

Before you get started, check you have everything below.

Dashboard Camera

(with 16GB microSD card)

Suction mount

Cigar Lighter
Adapter Cable

USB Cable

Adhesive Mount Cable Clips

PL Fliter

* Product appearance may differ slightly to that shown above.

Key Features

- 3” LCD Color Screen

We developed a screen that perfectly fits your camera, without any loss of resolution. This
design allows you to use the playback feature, instantly letting you view the shot you just
captured.

- Quick Release Magnetic Mount

We know how difficult it is to maintain focus with movement. We developed a mount that
is uniquely designed for easy attaching and removing so you can focus on capturing the
perfect shot.

- G sensor/File Protection

The dashboard camera's built-in sensor detects an outside force, forcing the device to save
what has been just recorded. The file can also be manually saved. By pressing our easy to
access button around the screen, you are able to save an individual file.

- Automatic Start/Stop Tech

The dashboard camera comes with built-in sensors that automatically turn the device on
and off with the vehicle.

- Built-In Microphone & Speaker

A built-in microphone and speaker come standard. The feature also works with the
device’s playback feature.

- GPS Data

Dashboard camera is able to record your location and speed while filming with the
magnetic GPS mount.

- Parking Mode

The dashboard camera has a parking mode, but a unique feature enables the device to
automatically record 30 seconds of video if there is any physical movement of the vehicle.
This feature requires hardwire kit CA-DR1030(optional accessory) to permanent power.

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Parts Name and Functions

1
2
3
4

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Power Button

1.

Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to turn the device on/off.

Up/Mute Button

2.

Up

Navigate up within menus or go to the previous file in playback mode.

Mute

Turn on or off the audio recording function while in video mode.

Down/Screen Off Button

3.

Down

Navigate down within menus or go to the next file in playback mode.

Screen Off

Turn on/off the LCD screen.

File Protect/Wireless Link Button

4.

File Protect

Simply press the button to protect the current video file from overwriting.
Note:

- If the button is pressed within the first third of a video clip, the previous clip will
also be protected.

- If the button is pressed within the final third of a video clip, the next clip will also
be protected (if recording continues).

Wireless Link

Press and hold for three seconds to turn on the Wireless Link function, this is not
available while recording or during playback.

Menu Button

5.

Press this button to open the menu of the current mode. Press this button twice to
enter the general setting menu.

8

10

5

6

7

Record/OK Button

6.

Record

In Video mode, press to start or stop recording.
In Photo mode, press to take a photo.

OK

The confirm button used to select options in menus.

Mode/Screen Shot Button

7.

Mode

This button allows you to navigate between video, photo and playback modes.

Screen Shot

While you are recording in video mode, press the button and you will be
able to take a screenshot of the current frame.

Screen

8.

The device is equipped with a standard 3” LCD color screen to let you view.

Status LED Indicator

9.

Red: Power On Red (Flashing): Recording Blue: Charging

Connector Port

10.

Attach the magnetic connector to the connector port.

Speaker

11.

System sound and recorded footage sound.

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microSD Card Slot

12.

Insert your microSD card here. Push your memory card into the slot until you
hear a click.
(microSD card is inserted into microSD Card Slot at the factory shipment condition)

Insert Your microSD Card Into The Device

The device is designed to allow a standard microSD card to record your footage.
Before installing, make sure the gold end of the card is facing the LCD screen. Once
it’s aligned with the slot, push the card in and listen for the CLICK that will confirm
it is secure.

TIP:

- If you cannot hear the CLICK, take a small coin by the edge and push on the
outside end of the card until the sound is made.

- Remember: DO NOT REMOVE OR INSERT THE MEMORY CARD WHILE THE
DEVICE IS TURNED ON.

- The device will power off automatically when you insert or remove the SD card.

13.

HD Output

The device can be connected to other screen by using the HD cable.
(commercially available)

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CAM-IN

14.

The device can be connected with the rear camera KCA-R100(optional accessory)

DC-IN/Data transfer Port

15.

By connecting the device with the supplied cigar lighter adapter cable you are
able to charge the device. This will also be utilized to let you connect the USB cord to
your computer. You can either connect the cigar lighter adapter cable with the device
or magnetic connector.

Reset Button

16.

On the rare occasions the device has a problem, use the reset button to shut down
the device. Simply press the reset until the device turns off and the device will
automatically turn on.

Installation and Connection

Recommended installation position

Install the device in a position where it will not block the front view of the driver

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(position where hidden by the rear-view mirror).
Install the device so that it is within the wiping range of the wiper.

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Mounting the device to the center of the windshield behind the rear-view mirror

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will facilitate optimal video recording.

Left -hand Drive

Caution

When passing the power cord through the front pillar or another part, observe the
points below when performing the wiring work.

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Wire the power cord farther forward or farther rearward than the airbag so that it
does not interfere with the airbag.

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In the case of a vehicle in which the front pillar cover is fixed in place with special
clips or the like, the clips may need to be replaced after you remove the front pillar
cover. For how to remove the front pillar cover, the availability of replacement
parts and other information, contact the vehicle dealer.

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Fix the power cord in place with commercially available soft tape or the like so that
it does not interfere with driving.

Right- hand Drive

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1. CONNECT THE DEVICE TO THE POLARIZER FILTER

1.1. Installing Circular Polarizer Filter

Align the threaded side of the polarizer filter with device and turn it clockwise to
make sure the rotation is smooth along the threaded metal area.

1.2. Adjusting Circular Polarizer Filter

Rotate the polarizer filter outer metal ring clockwise and align arrow mark on the
polarizer lens with the arrow mark on the device.

Note: The arrow mark is the recommended position, users can adjust the polarizer
angle accordingly.

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2.
CONNECT THE DEVICE TO THE MAGNETIC MOUNT

2.1

Attach the device onto (e) the magnetic connector on the mount.
Make sure you align the device within the connector port for proper installation.

REPLACE THE SUCTION MOUNT WITH THE ADHESIVE MOUNT:

2.2

Suction Mount

There are two types of mounts included in the package. One is a suction-cup and
the other is an adhesive type. The suction mount makes it easier to attach and
detach from the windshield while the adhesive mount provides more solid support
for the camera.
The magnetic connector is already installed on the suction mount. If you prefer
using the adhesive mount, please follow the guide below:

(a) Suction release tab

(b) Locking lever

(c) Locking ring

(d) Power socket
(e) Magnetic Connector

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Adhesive Mount

How to use the Adhesive Mount:

Loosen the (c) locking ring on the suction mount and pull the (e) magnetic

i.

connector out.
Next, loosen the (c) locking ring from the adhesive mount, and plug the

ii.

(e) magnetic connector into the adhesive mount.
Clean the installation area on the windshield and peel off the plastic covering.

iii.

Adhere it to the windshield.

Loosen Tigten

3.

ATTACH THE MOUNT TO THE WINDSHIELD & START RECORDING

Remove the protective plastic film and select a position on the windshield where it
won’t distract you. Then, put the suction mount in place.
Release the (b) locking lever from the mount by pulling down on it. Hold the suction
mount in place and press against the window. While holding it in place, pull the (b)
locking lever back to lock the mount.

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