Swann SWADS-140DCM Instruction Manual

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Navigator HD
Dash Camera

Portable Vehicle Recorder with GPS Tracking

About this Manual

FCC Statement

Disposal and Recycling Information

The content in this manual is for information purposes only and is subject to
change without notice. While every effort is made to ensure that this manual
is accurate and complete at the time of printing, no liability is assumed for
any errors and omissions that may have occurred. As we’re constantly making
improvements to our products, firmware, software and user manuals, we reserve
the right to change the information without prior notice. For the latest version of
this user manual, please visit: www.swann.com

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 the 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 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.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.

This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this can
not be disposed of as a household waste. You must dispose of your waste
equipment and/or battery by handling it over to the applicable take-back
scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and/or
battery. For more information about recycling of this equipment and/or
battery, please contact your city office, the shop where you purchased
the equipment or your household waste disposal service. The recycling
of materials will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and environment.

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CE Regulatory Notice

Important Safety Notice

This equipment complies with the requirements set out in the Council Directives
on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating Electromagnetic
Compatibility of Radio and Telecom device (1995/5/EC); the Low Voltage Directive
(2006/95/EC); the Restriction of The Use of Certain Hazardous Substances
in Electrical And Electronic Equipment Directive (2002/95/EC), Turkish EEE
Directive; the Commission Regulation (EC) No 1275/2008 implementing Directive
2005/32/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to eco­design requirements for standby and off mode electric power consumption of
electrical and electronic household and office equipment, and the Directive
2009/125/EC of the European parliament and of the council establishing a
framework for the setting of eco-design requirements for energy-related
products.

• Use the authorized charger only.

• Never attempt to disassemble or repair of this device. Doing so may
damage the device, cause electric shock and void your warranty.

• Never short-circuit the battery.

• Set up time and date accurately before you use this device.

• Exposing the device to open flames can cause explosion.

• Due to local laws and vehicles safety considerations, do not manually
operate the device while driving.

• The results of GPS positioning are only for reference, and should not
affect the actual driving situation. This feature cannot ensure the location
accuracy.

• GPS location accuracy may differ depending on weather and location such
as high buildings, tunnels, undergrounds, or forests. GPS satellite signals
cannot pass through solid materials (except glass). Tinted window may
affect the performance of the GPS satellite reception.

• The values displayed in this system, such as speed, position, and the
distance warning to the speed camera set points, may be inaccurate due to
the influence of surrounding environment. They are for your reference only.

• Swann is NOT responsible for the loss of any data/content during operation.

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GETTING STARTED

Camera Lens

LED Indicator

Function Buttons

Use these buttons to perform

operations corresponding to the icons

displayed on the bottom of the screen

Speaker

Display

Camera Overview

Yellow = charging
Red = recording

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Power
Button

microSD
Card Slot

Mini USB

Port

Bracket Slot

Microphone

Mini HDMI

Port

Reboot

Button

GETTING STARTED

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Insert a microSD memory card

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Contacts

Notes

• Do not remove or insert the microSD card when your camera

is powered on. This may damage the card.

• Your camera supports microSD cards of up to 32GB in

capacity. To ensure smooth performance and plenty of room
for recording long journeys, we recommend using a memory
card rated class 6 or above, with at least 8GB in capacity.

• We do not guarantee compatibility with microSD cards from

all manufacturers. Only use good quality microSD cards
from reliable sources.

• You should format the microSD card before first using it with

your camera. Go to Settings screen > Device tab > Format
Card.

• When you format a microSD card, all data on the card is

permanently deleted. Be sure to copy all data you want to
keep to another storage device before formatting the card.

Camera Setup

GETTING STARTED

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Mount to vehicle

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Notes

• To obtain the best open-field view, install your camera above

the center of the dashboard near the rear-view mirror.

• Never install the camera in a location that will block your

view of the road, interfere with the mirror or controls, or
obstruct the airbag.

• Clean the windshield area where you will be mounting your

camera with an alcohol/cleaning wipe before attaching the
suction cup mount.

• Be sure to peel off the protective film from the suction cup.

• Do not touch the camera lens with your fingers. Finger

grease may be left on the lens and will result in unclear
videos or snapshots. Clean the lens on a regular basis.

• When adjusting viewing angle, aim your camera slightly

towards the ground with less sky in view to reduce lens glare
when your vehicle is facing the sun.

Getting Started

GETTING STARTED

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Connect to power

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Plug the USB power adapter into the cigarette lighter socket
in your vehicle, and then connect to the mini USB port on
your camera using the 4 meter USB charging cable.

Your camera turns on and off automatically with the start
and stop of your vehicle engine. See "Using your camera:

Turning on and off" on page 9.

Notes

• Some newer vehicles are equipped with accessory USB

power ports. If your vehicle has one available, you can
also use this to directly connect your camera with the USB
charging cable.

• Use cable clips (not included) to secure the USB charging

cable and keep it neatly tucked out of the way.

GETTING STARTED