User's Manual
DrivePro
Car Video Recorder
(Version 1.1)
Table of Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... |
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Package Contents ............................................................................................................... |
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Features ............................................................................................................................... |
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System Requirements ........................................................................................................ |
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Safety Precautions .............................................................................................................. |
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Getting Started .................................................................................................................... |
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Inserting a microSD Memory Card .......................................................................................... |
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Mounting the DrivePro ............................................................................................................. |
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Connecting to Power................................................................................................................ |
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Recording Screen................................................................................................................... |
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Function Buttons.................................................................................................................... |
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Set the Date and Time ............................................................................................................ |
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Recording Videos ............................................................................................................. |
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Loop Recording...................................................................................................................... |
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Emergency Recording ........................................................................................................... |
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Browse and Playback Videos .......................................................................................... |
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Playing Videos........................................................................................................................ |
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Deleting Videos ...................................................................................................................... |
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Protecting Videos................................................................................................................... |
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VIDEO OUT ............................................................................................................................. |
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Settings .............................................................................................................................. |
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Installing the DrivePro App .............................................................................................. |
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Connecting to the DrivePro using iOS and Android Devices ....................................... |
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Using the DrivePro App on iOS and Android Devices ................................................... |
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Transfer Files to a Computer ........................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ |
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Specifications ................................................................................................................... |
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Recycling and Environmental Considerations ............................................................... |
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ................................................. |
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Two-year Limited Warranty .............................................................................................. |
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GNU General Public License (“GPL”) Disclosure.............................................................. |
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End-User License Agreement (EULA) ................................................................................ |
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s DrivePro – an advanced car video recorder (CVR) that is specifically designed to capture real time video of events happening outside your vehicle while driving. Mounted on your car’s windshield, the DrivePro uses a 160° Wide Angle Lens for the best field of view and records video in crystal clear Full HD 1080P to ensure all the important details of your trip are recorded. Videos are saved on a microSD memory card as the vehicle is driven. Your DrivePro comes bundled with a 16GB Transcend microSD memory card, letting you record around 2 hours of Full HD footage without the need to purchase additional storage. Thanks to its built-in Wi-Fi and the use of a free downloadable DrivePro App, developed for use with Apple iOS and Android devices, you can view live video footage during recording, control DrivePro functions and playback videos directly from your smartphone or tablet. This User Manual will give you step-by-step instructions and advice to help you get the best experience from your new device. Please read it carefully before using the DrivePro.
Package Contents
The DrivePro Car Video Recorder package includes the following items:
DrivePro Car Video Recorder
Car Mounting Bracket
Car Adapter
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16GB microSD Memory Card
Video Cable
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
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Features
Smooth, detailed Full HD 1080P recording @ 30fps resolution
Bright 2.4-inch color LCD screen
160 degree wide angle lens
Bundled 16GB microSD memory card
Wi-Fi function lets you operate the DrivePro on your mobile device
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connector for easy computer connectivity and fast file transfers Stream videos on a TV screen via VIDEO OUT port
Records videos in .MOV file format with 15Mbps high video bit rate
Built-in microphone
Built-in speaker
Supports 13 languages
System Requirements
System requirements for connecting the DrivePro to a computer:
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port
One of following Operating Systems:
•Windows® XP
•Windows Vista®
•Windows® 7
•Windows® 8
•Mac® OS X 10.8.2 or later
•Linux® Kernel 2.6.38 or later
Device requirements for running the DrivePro App:
iPhone 4 or later / iPad mini / iPad with iOS 5.0+.
Android device with Android 2.3+.
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Safety Precautions
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully to ensure your own personal safety and help protect your DrivePro from potential damage.
General Use
•For in-car use only.
•Do not operate the DrivePro or use the DrivePro App while driving.
•Avoid using or storing the DrivePro in an extreme temperature environment.
•Never allow the DrivePro to come in contact with water or any other liquids.
•Do not use the DrivePro in environments with strong magnetic fields or excessive vibration.
•Only use the Transcend provided car adapter with the DrivePro. Use of other car adapters may cause unknown problems.
•If your car’s lighter socket continues to provide power after the engine is switched off, unplug the DrivePro when the engine is off or idling to reduce unnecessary power consumption and prevent any unexpected problems.
Mounting Location
•Never place the DrivePro where the driver’s view or deployment of airbags is obstructed.
•Mount the DrivePro within range of the windshield wipers to ensure clear visibility in rain.
WARNING! Removing the DrivePro carefully if mounting the DrivePro on a tinted window
to prevent damage to the tint film.
Backing Up Data
•Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss or damage during operation. We strongly advise that you first backup the data in your memory card to a computer or other storage medium before using it in your DrivePro.
•To ensure Hi-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when connecting your DrivePro to a computer, please check that the computer has the relevant USB drivers. If you are not sure how to check this, please consult the computer or motherboard User’s manual for USB driver information.
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Getting Started
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Inserting a microSD Memory Card
You must insert a microSD memory card into the DrivePro before you can start recording. Please use a Class 6 or above microSD memory card with 8GB, 16GB or 32GB capacity.
1.Insert a microSD memory card into its appropriate card slot on the left-hand side of the DrivePro.
Note: Always format new memory cards in the DrivePro before using them for the first time. To format a new memory card, press the Settings button during recording and select Format Card.
WARNING! TS16GDP200 do not support exFAT & NTFS format, and only support FAT32
format.
2. To remove, push to eject the memory card out of the slot.
WARNING! Do not remove the memory card during shutdown to avoid damage to the
memory card and loss of recorded videos.
The following table shows approximate recording time based on capacity and resolution (for reference only):
Card Capacity |
Full HD 1080P 30fps |
HD 720P 30fps |
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8GB |
1hr 10 min |
2hr 10 min |
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16GB |
2hr 20 min |
4hr 20 min |
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32GB |
4hr 40 min |
8hr 50 min |
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Mounting the DrivePro
1. Insert the mounting bracket into the top of the DrivePro and slide sideways until you hear a click.
2.Thoroughly clean and dry the area of the windshield you wish to mount the DrivePro. If possible, mount the DrivePro in the middle of the windshield near the rear-view mirror for the best field of view.
3.Peel off the protective film from the mounting bracket’s foam sticker and firmly attach the DrivePro to the windshield.
4.Turn the adjustment knob anticlockwise to loosen and then adjust the DrivePro’s position.
5.When the DrivePro is in the best position, turn the adjustment knob clockwise to make sure the DrivePro is securely locked in place.
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Connecting to Power
Note: Insert a microSD memory card before connecting the DrivePro to your car’s lighter socket.
1. Connect the small end of the car adapter to the USB connector of the DrivePro.
2. Connect the other end of the car adapter to your car’s lighter socket.
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3.After starting your car, the DrivePro will automatically turn on and start recording.
4.After the engine is switched off, the DrivePro will automatically save the current recording and power off.
Note: On some cars, the lighter socket continues to provide power after the engine is switched off. If this happens, unplug the DrivePro when the engine is off or idling to reduce unnecessary power consumption and prevent any unexpected problems.
Recording Screen
Recording status indicator
Video resolution
Microphone status indicator
Wi-Fi status indicator
No. of protected files stored out of 15
Record preview
Menu button icons
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Function Buttons
Mode |
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Video Recording |
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Power On/Off |
Browse Files |
Settings |
Wi-Fi On/Off |
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Browse/Settings |
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Back* |
Up |
Down |
OK |
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Video Playback |
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Back* |
Delete |
Protect |
Play/Pause |
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*Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn on/off the DrivePro in any mode.
Emergency Recording
During video recording, press the emergency button on the left-hand side of the DrivePro to manually activate emergency recording mode.
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