Vava VA-CD008 User Manual
Model: VA-CD008
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VAVA CAR DASH CAM
User Guide
CONTENTS
English
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Product Diagram
① ② ③
MIC
REC
POWER
Package Contents
• Car DVR Dash Cam
• Car Charger
• Suction Cup Mount
• 3M Sticker Pad & Mount
MIC
⑪
⑫
R
⑬
• Long USB Cable (For Mounting)
• Short USB Cable (For Data Transfer)
⑤ ⑥⑦⑧
④
⑨
⑩
REC Indicator
①
②
Power Indicator
③
MIC Indicator
④
Power Button
⑤
Menu Button
⑥
OK Button
⑦
REC Button
MIC Button
⑧
⑨
AV Port
⑮ ⑯
Mini USB Port
⑩
Microphone
⑪
Micro SD Slot
⑫
Reset Button
⑬
⑭
Lens Adjuster
⑮
Lens
Mounting Slot
⑯
⑭
Technical Specifications
Built-in Imaging Sensor
Angle of View
Resolution
3 MP
160° wide angle
1080p FHD (1920 x 1080)
720p HD (1280 x 720)
Frame Rate
30FPS @ 1080p FHD
60FPS @ 720p HD
Video Compression Format
Video Output Mode
Screen Size
Storage Temperature
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Compatible Memory Card
Standard Voltage
H.264
NTSC / PAL
1.5 inch
-20°C to 70°C / -4°F to 158°F
-10°C to 60°C / 14°F to 140°F
15% to 65% (RH)
8GB to 32GB
DC 5V
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①
②
Note:
• To prevent system crashes, please use a high-speed micro SD card
(Class 10 or above) with a capacity between 8GB to 32GB.
• Set up the date and time of your DVR through menu settings before
putting it to use.
• The DVR does not support hot plugging. Be sure to insert the micro SD
card after powering off the DVR.
• Remove the lens protector before use.
LED Indicator
LED Indicator
REC Indicator on
REC Indicator flashing
Power Indicator on
Power Indicator off
MIC Indicator on
MIC Indicator off
Status
Not recording
Recording
Dash cam powered on
Dash cam powered off
Audio recording activated
Audio recording disabled
Operation Guide
Installing the DVR
①Ideal Mounting Area ②Connect to Car Charger
1) Power off your car engine.
2) Insert the micro SD card into the micro SD slot.
3) Mount the DVR on a spot with its screen in your line of sight. Install the
DVR by:
a. Mounting the DVR on the suction mount and then stick the mount on an
appropriate place in your car.
b. Use the included 3M sticker to mount the DVR. Please note the mounting
area will be slightly smudged after being removed.
4) Connect one end of the cable to the mini USB port of the DVR, run the
cable along the edge of the windshield and steer away from the airbag
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area.
5) Plug the USB terminal of the cable to the car charger.
6) Adjust the angle of the DVR, make sure the camera lens is level with the
ground.
7) Check whether the DVR is properly mounted, then start the engine to turn
on the DVR.
Function Descriptions
1) Automatic Recording
When you start your car engine, the DVR is automatically turned on and the
record function is enabled. When your car engine shuts down, the DVR will
automatically save the recorded footage and power off. The recorded data
will be saved on the micro SD card. When the micro SD card is full, it will
overwrite the existing data.
Note:
You can set the loop record time through the menu. The time period can be
set to 1 minute, 3 minutes, and 5 minutes. The default time is 3 minutes.
2) Manual Recording
Press the REC Button to manually start or stop recording a video.
3) Snapshots
In standby mode, press the MIC Button to enter the snapshot mode. A
camera icon will appear in the upper left corner of the screen in place of the
video icon. Now, you can press the OK Button to take photos. Press the MIC
Button twice to switch back to recording mode.
4) Motion Detection
In standby mode, press the Menu Button to enter the menu page. Press the
MIC Button to move down the cursor to the Motion Detection option. Press
the OK Button to activate the motion detection function. If a moving object
is detected, the DVR will automatically start to record a video and stop if no
motion is detected for 60 seconds. To disable motion detection, go to the
menu page again and set the Motion Detection option to OFF.
5) G-Sensor
The DVR is designed with a built-in collision sensor (G-sensor). In case of a
vehicle collisions, the DVR will generate an emergency recording at the time
of the accident with a lock icon on the screen.
Note:
The G-sensor function supports sensitivity adjustment. By default, the DVR
is set to medium sensitivity. You can change the sensitivity settings as
needed in the menu.
6) Date and Time Setting
In standby mode, press the Menu Button twice to enter the system settings
page. Press the REC or MIC Button to move the cursor to the Date / Time
option. Press the OK Button to confirm and return to the menu page.
Note:
To obtain a correct time stamp from your footage, please set a correct date
and time before using the DVR.
7) Data Transfer
Connect the DVR to the USB port of a PC to view the recorded photos and
videos.
Modes
Record Mode: The DVR automatically starts recording when the car is started.
Standby Mode: When the DVR is recording, press the REC Button to stop filming.
Snapshot Mode: In standby mode, press the MIC Button to enter snapshot
mode, then press the OK Button to take photos.
Playback Mode: In standby mode, press the MIC Button twice to play back
recorded footage.
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Button Controls
1) Power Button
Power On / Off
Press the Power Button to turn on the DVR and start recording. When done,
press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to save the video footage
and power off.
Backlight
When the DVR is turned on, press the Power Button to disable / enable the
backlight of the screen. This function only affects the backlight of the
screen and won’t affect the recording.
2) Menu Button
Menu Selection
During standby, press the Menu Button to enter the menu settings. Press the
REC or MIC Button to move up or down the options, and press the OK
Button to select and save your settings. Press the Menu Button again to
exit.
Note: There are two levels of menus in standby mode. Press the Menu Button
once to enter the main menu and press again to enter the second level
menu.
Fast Backward
During video playback, press the Menu Button to enter fast backward mode.
3) OK Button
Emergency Recording
When the DVR is recording, press the OK Button to start recording a locked
file which will be protected from being overwritten. It will start recording a 1
minute, 3 minute, and 5 minute video according to the loop record time set
for automatic recording. When emergency recording is finished, it will
automatically exit and resume normal recording. During emergency
recordings, pressing the OK Button again will disable this function and return
to normal recording.
Note: The locked video files will appear with a key-shaped icon in the
playback list.
Snapshot Mode
In snapshot mode, press the OK Button to take photos.
Confirmation
In the menu settings, press the OK Button to confirm the settings.
Playback Play / Pause
In playback mode, press the OK Button to play the video footage and press
again to pause.
4) REC Button
Page up
In the menu settings, press the REC Button to scroll up the menu list.
Fast Forward
During video playback, press the REC Button to fast forward.
Video Recording
In standby mode, press the REC Button to start / stop recording.
5) MIC Button
Page down
In the menu settings, press the MIC Button to scroll down the menu list.
Mode Switching
In standby mode, press the MIC Button to start snapshot mode and press
again to enter the playback mode. On the playback page, you can scroll up /
down via the REC or MIC Button.
Disable the Audio Function
In recording mode, press the MIC Button to enable / disable the audio
function. The MIC indicator will light up / off accordingly.
6) Reset Button
If the DVR freezes or halts, press the Reset Button to restart the DVR.
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