Oregon Scientific ATC, ATCMini-S Mini User Manual

User Manual

Item No.: ATCMini

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Oregon Scientic, Inc.

19861 SW 95th Avenue

Tualatin, OR 97062, USA

Hotline: [phone]

Service: http://us.oregonscientic.com/service

Website: http://us.oregonscientic.com

Oregon Scientic (UK) Limited

Unit 1, Switchback, Gardner Road

Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 7RJ, UK

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Website: www.oregonscientic.co.uk

Email: [e-mail]

Oregon Scientic Australia Pty Limited

85 George St, Parramatta, NSW 2150

Australia

Hotline number: 61 1 300 300 155

Email: info@oregonscientic.com.au

Website: www.oregonscientic.com.au

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Contents

Precautions

Camera � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2
Battery � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3
Waterproof � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4

Operating Elements

Main Unit � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5
Battery Installation and Charging � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

Date and Time Setting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7
MicroSD Card Insertion and Formatting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8

Operation

Main Buttons � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9
Connecting to Monitor � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10
On-Screen Menu � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
On-Screen Menu Index & Connecting to Computer � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12

Table of Indications � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13

Mounting

Basic and Tripod Mounting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14
Other Mounting Options � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 15

Specication � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16

FCC Compliance Statement � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 17
Disclaimer � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �18-19

Advanced Mounting

Vented Helmet Mount � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20
Surf Mount � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 21
Hardshell Helmet Mount � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 22

Handlebar Mount � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 23
ATC Conversion Set � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 24

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Precautions - Camera

Notice the following guidelines when using your camera

• The camera is shock resistant, not shock proof.

• Do not let operating the camera distract you from your immediate surrounding.

• Do not place the camera in areas prone to dust or damp for long periods of time. This may cause
a re or an electric shock.

• Do not leave the camera in places exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as under direct
sunlight, for long periods of time. This may affect the camera housing and internal components.

• Clean the lens with a soft cloth to remove ngerprints or dust.

• Do not disassemble the camera.

•

Turn the camera off before removing the rechargeable battery or the MicroSD card. The card and
the data may be damaged if the MicroSD card is inserted or removed while the camera is still on.

•

Remove the rechargeable battery and the MicroSD card before storing the camera for long periods
of time. Keep it in a well-ventilated place to prevent mould.

* Shielded USB cable and RCA cable with ferrite must be used with this unit to ensure

compliance with the class B FCC limits.

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Precautions - Battery

If the rechargeable battery is mishandled, it can burst, cause a re or even chemical burns. Observe
the following cautions:

• Never charge the battery around or in area of any inammable materials.

• Do not incinerate or dispose of the battery in re.

• Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.

• Do not expose the battery to extreme temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F).

• Keep the rechargeable battery out of the reach of small children.

• Do not crush or dismantle the rechargeable battery or expose it to any shock or force such as
hammering, dropping or stepping on it.

• Always inspect batteries before charging.

• Never use or charge a LiPo battery with any damage, swelling or disgurement.

• Never charge LiPo battery unattended.

• Replace the battery only with the same type recommended by Oregon Scientic.

• Only charge the battery via the main unit.

CAUTION

There is a risk of explosion if you replace the battery with an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to your local environmental guidelines.

Do not puncture, drop, or incinerate the battery�

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• The camera is waterproof up to 20m (60ft). Oregon Scientic will not assume any responsibility
for camera malfunction caused by liquid entering the camera as a result of misuse by the user.
Liquid may get inside the camera if the battery cover is not rmly closed.

• If the camera gets wet, wipe the liquid off as soon as possible with a dry cloth.

• Other camera accessories may not be waterproof.

• Don’t use the camera in extreme temperatures as this may cause the camera to malfunction.

Waste electrical and electronic equipment

The crossed-out wheeled bin indicates the product

needs to be disposed of separately and not as
domestic waste.

Battery disposal

Do not dispose of used batteries with domestic waste.

Precautions - Waterproof

On / Off button

Camera button

Video button

Status indicator

Lens

Notes on copyright:

Users are asked to note that the transfer of memory containing photos or data protected under
copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed.
Users assume all responsibility in the event that copyrights are violated by the use of this camera.

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Operating Elements - Main Unit

On / Off button

Camera button

Video button

Status indicator

Lens

USB port

MicroSD
card slot

Battery lock

Battery

compartment

Video output

Microphone

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Operating Elements - Battery Installation & Charging

•

Insert the provided battery to the battery

compartment. The metal contacts should face
toward the camera.

• Lever the latch to pull the battery out�

1� Connect the camera to a USB port through USB

cable� The status indicator will ash green and

red alternately and two beeps will be generated.

2� When charging is nished, the status indicator

turns green and a long beep will be generated.

Remove the camera from the USB port.

Make sure the battery is locked in place�

Recharge the battery when the status indicator

ashes green. The battery is low.

Please fully charge the battery before rst use.

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Operating Elements - Date & Time Setting

1� Create SETTINGS.txt le with Notepad (Windows) or TextEdit (Mac).
2� Type in the predicted time when you insert the MicroSD card in the following format*

YYYY.MM.DD

hh:mm:ss

xxHz

Please note that both lename and the content are case sensitive.

3� Save the .txt le in the root folder of the MicroSD card.
4� Insert the MicroSD card and turn on the ATCMini, the camera will be updated the date and time.

* YYYY = year; MM = month; DD = day;

hh = hour in 24-hour format; mm = minute; ss = second;
xx = local mains frequency (50Hz or 60Hz).

Note on mains frequency

Input the correct local mains frequency. The shutter frequency will match the local mains
frequency to reduce banding and icker effect while recording under certain types of lighting,
such as uorescent or mercury vapour lamp.

If you are uncertain about the local mains frequency, test both 50Hz and 60Hz and choose
the one that produces the best results.

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Operating Elements - MicroSD Card Insertion & Formatting

Insert or remove the MicroSD card only when the camera

is turned off.

When the available memory of MicroSD card is less than 10%, the status indicator ashes

blue.

MicroSD card insertion

1� Insert the MicroSD card until it clicks into place, the metal

contacts should be facing upward.

2�

To remove the MicroSD card, push it further into the camera
and it will spring out from the camera for being pulled out.

MicroSD card formatting

1� Press and hold

to turn on the camera.

2� Press and hold , and to format the MicroSD card.
3� Press after the beep to conrm. The status indicator ashes in blue and red alternately�
4�

When formatting is nished, the camera will give two beeps and the status indicator will
light green�

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RED

FLASHES

RED

Operation - Main Buttons

Power on / Off

Press and hold

to turn on / off the camera.

Video recording

Press

to start�

Press the button again to stop�

Camera beeps once and status indicator turns red.

Photo shooting

Single mode:

Press

to take one photo�

Continuous mode:

Press and hold to take 9 photos consecutively�

Camera beeps and status indicator flashes red
whenever a photo is taken.

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1

2

3

4

Operation - Connecting to Monitor

1� Open the rear part of camera.
2� Insert the 2.5 mm stereo plug to the camera video output.
3� Connect the RCA plugs to the monitor, yellow plug to video input and white plug to audio input.
4� Turn on the camera.

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M

S

S

S

Single photo

Contiunous
photos

Video

Operation - On-Screen Menu

• After the start up screen, the home page will appear will the four icons, S, M, and �

• Use

or to navigate and to conrm / select.

• The toolbar hides automatically when no button is pressed for 2 seconds. Press any buttons to

show the toolbar again�

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Operation - On-Screen Menu index & Connecting to Computer

Connecting to a computer with Windows operating system

1� Connect the camera to a computer with the provided USB cable.
2� Turn on the camera. The computer will recognise the camera as a “removable disk”.
3� Open the “DCIM” folder of the removable disk.
4� Double click on a le to open it.

Connecting to a Mac

Connect the camera to a Macintosh with the provided USB cable and then turn on the camera.
The Macintosh will recognise the camera automatically as an external hard drive.
Please note that in order to completely remove the deleted les from the MicroSD card, empty the
trash before ejecting the camera.

On-Screen Menu Index

On-screen
icon

Function

On-screen
icon

Function

On-screen
icon

Function

Video Slide show Fast forward

S

Single photo Conrm Rewind

M

Continuous photos Cancel Delete

Delete all les Play Return

Previous Pause Return to homepage

Next Stop Delete selected le

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Table of Indications

Conditions Indicator Color Sound

Battery Charging

Camera connected with USB cable Flashes Green / Red 2 beeps

Finished battery charge Green Long beep

MicroSD Card

Memory is less than 10% memory Flashes blue - -

Finished card format Green 2 beeps

Camera Operating

Video recording Red 2 beeps

Photo shooting in continuous mode Flashes red 1 beep

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1

2

Mounting - Basic & Tripod Mount

Basic mounting

1� Insert the camera to the quick

release bracket�

2� Tighten the screw to secure the

camera.

3� The quick release bracket can be

attached to different mounts.

Tripod Mounting

Slide the quick release bracket to the
tripod mount.

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Mounting - Other Mounting Options

The camera can be mounted on hardshell helmet, surfboard or handlebar of bicycle or motorcycle
with designated mounts.

Other cameras from the ATC series can also utilise those mounts through conversion set. The
camera grip of the ATC conversion set can be used for ATC3K & ATC9K. ATC5K users can make
use of the existing ATC5K grip along with the ATC conversion set’s quick release to work with our
new mounting series.

Mounting instructions can be found in the “Advanced Mounting”.
Optional mounts and conversion set are sold separately.

Mountings warnings

• Make sure the mounting is secure before embark.

• Do not modify the mounting object structurally to mount the camera.

• Clean the mounting surface before applying the adhesives.

• Apply the adhesives at room temperature (18°C ~ 38°C).

• Leave the mount unloaded for 72 hours to strengthen the bond.

• Do not use abrasive powders or solvents, such as benzene or thinner to clean the product.

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Specication

Power consumption: DC3�7V; 0�92W

Battery 3.7V LiPo; 445mAh / 1.65Wh

Photograph resolution 1�3 MP

Field of view 110º

Video format AVI

Video quality*

720p (1280 x 720 pixels); 16:9; 30fps; ~8Mbit / s data rate, approximately
15 minutes of video per 1 Gbyte

Audio format Mono

USB interface USB 2�0

Operating systems Windows XP / Vista / Windows 7 or Apple Mac OS X 10�6 or above

Dimensions 30 (H) x 30 (W) x 82 (L) mm

Weight 75g with battery, excluding quick release and mounts

* 720p video playback is only available with computer playback.

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FCC Compliance Statement

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

’s

authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

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FCC Note

WARNING

* Shielded USB cable and RCA cable with ferrite must be used with this unit to ensure
compliance with the class B FCC limits.

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DEFINITION:

“Oregon Scientic” shall mean Oregon Scientic Global Distribution Limited, its subsidiaries, parent companies, afliated
companies, directors, ofcers, employees, agents, representatives and distributors.

DISCLAIMER:

Oregon Scientic do not warrant against loss of any data (including data stored on Product), and assume no liability for
such loss. Purchaser assumes all liability, and as such releases us from any liability, for any accident, injury, damage,
death, loss, illegal activity or any other claim that may occur resulting from or during use of the Product, whether or not
such use is foreseeable by Oregon Scientic.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO
THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY. ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS,
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, ARE
DISCLAIMED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE APPLICABLE JURISDICTION.

All third party software provided with the Product is provided “AS IS”. Purchaser assumes the entire risk as to the quality,
performance, accuracy and effect of such software, and should it prove defective, Purchaser, and not Oregon Scientic,
assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing or repair.

TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL OREGON SCIENTIFIC BE LIABLE FOR ANY
LOST DATA, REVENUE OR PROFIT, OR FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE
DAMAGES, HOWEVER CAUSED REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED
TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL OREGON SCIENTIFIC LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY

PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT�

Disclaimer

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Disclaimer

The foregoing limitations will apply even if any warranty or remedy provided herein fails of its essential purpose. Some
jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to Purchaser.

All purchasers, users, and any or all parties involved or engaging in the use the Product understand and agree that:

Oregon Scientic do not promote or endorse use of the Product in high risk, careless and / or dangerous actions.

Oregon Scientic are not responsible for personal injuries or property damage incurred during such use.

Oregon Scientic are not liable for any use or misuse of the Product or any video captured that may be considered illegal.

Oregon Scientic are not responsible for any illegal actions taken while recording, attempting to record, or editing video that

was captured with the Product�

The Product’s primary purpose is for recording legal sports activities as seen by all applicable laws and regulations.

Oregon Scientic encourages you to recycle this package. Countries RTTE Approval Complied
All EU countries Switzerland and Norway

Further information can be found on: http://www.oregonscientic.com

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1 2

4

3

5

Vented Helmet Mount

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EN

1 2

4a

4b

3

Surf Mount

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43

Hardshell Helmet Mount

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EN

1 2

43

Handlebar Mount

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1 2 3

ATC Conversion Set

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www.oregonscientic.com

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