tonto dashcam User Manual Copyright © 2018 RSC Labs Inc.
Table of Contents Page Box Contents....................................................... 1 Camera Overview................................................. 2-3 Installation.......................................................... 4-7 Insert memory card Attach mount to camera Remove Lens Protection Film Installing the camera Connect the power cable Adjust Camera Angle Organize the wiring Camera Operation................................................
Box Contents tonto Camera GPS Suction Cup Mount Car Power Adapter 1 Charging Cable
Camera Overview Top View Speaker Camera Lens Power/ Screen Off Button Power Port Reset Button SD Card Slot Left view Front View Microphone Bottom View 2 Right view
Camera Overview Record LED (Red) Power LED (Blue) OK / Mute Return / File Lock Up / Mode / Playback Back View Down / Menu LED Status LED Activity Status Record LED (Red) Solid Red Not Recording Flashing Red Video Recording Solid Blue Power connected. Charging Battery. Off Battery not charging.
Installation 1. Insert memory card Insert a microSD memory card into the memory card slot located at the left side of the LCD screen. Be aware of the orientation shown in the picture below (Electrical contacts of the memory card should be facing the LCD display side of the cameram, with the notches of microSD card facing up.) When the memory card is successfully inserted, you will hear a ‘clicking’ sound. A Class 10, 8GB or above microSD memory card is required.
Installation 3. Remove Lens Protection Film Before installing the camera onto the windshield, remove the Protection film from the camera lens. For best results, please try to avoid touching the camera lens with fingers, as fingerprints and/or oil may degrade image quality. 4. Installing the camera Locate a suitable place on your windshield to install the camera. We recommend placing the camera behind the rear view mirror without obstructing your view when driving.
Installation 5. Connect the power cable Connect the microUSB Cable end of the Charging Cable into the Suction Cup Mount’s GPS module. Carefully route the power cable around the windshield and tuck the wire under the trim. When complete, insert the Car Charger into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter port. 6. Adjust Camera Angle Power on the camera by starting your vehicle. The camera will automatically power on upon receiving power from the cigarette lighter port.
Installation 7. Organize the wiring Hide the power cable by tucking the cable into the space between the seams of the vehicle headliner and the top of the windshield.
Camera Operation Button usage and operation The camera is primarily operated and controlled using buttons located at the bottom of the camera. Depending on the current mode of operation, the functions of the button will change accordingly. Listed below is a chart of how each button operates in different camera modes.
Camera Operation Initial Camera Setup Upon powering up the camera for the first time, you will need to complete the initial setup process. 1. Select a Language 2. Setting Time & Date 3. Select Timezone 4. Select Speed Unit Upon completion of initial setup, the camera will enter normal video recording mode.
Using the camera Powering On / Off The camera is designed to automatically power on when it receives power from the car power adapter. A start-up sound will be played when the camera has started successfully. Automatic: When the camera is ON, simply turn OFF the engine or unplug the power cable and the camera will switch OFF automatically. Manual: Switching the camera OFF manually is required for vehicles where the vehicle’s power socket provides continuous power after the engine is turned OFF.
Using the camera Enable Screen Saver Manually To manually enable screen saver, press the Power button once, and the screen will turn off, while the camera is still recording video. Press any button on the camera to deactivate Screen Saver. Enable/Disable Audio Recording Audio recording can be enabled/disabled by pressing the “OK” button while the camera is in video recording mode. An icon with a disabled microphone will appear at the top of the screen, confirming audio recording has been disabled.
Camera Settings Settings Menu There are a total of 5 settings pages. These screens are numbered from 1 - 5. Each screen contains 4 settings. To change a setting, use the up/down arrow keys to navigate to the desired option, and press the OK button for selection. Please refer to examples shown below.
Camera Settings Change display language of the camera Enable/Disable Parking Surveillence Mode Default: 0ff Enable/Disable Wide Dynamic Range for enhanced video quality Default: Off Erase all files stored on memory card Scheduled reminder to format memory card Revert all settings to factory defaults Provides information on firmware currently installed in camera 13
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Notice FCC Statement 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.
Notice Warranty This RSC product is warranted by RSC LABS to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE. During this period if this product is found to be defective in material or workmanship, RSC LABS or one of its authorized service facilities will at its option, either repair or replace this Product without charge, subject to the following conditions, limitations and exclusions: 1.
Notice In order to obtain performance of the warranty obligations, the original consumer purchaser must return this warranty form and this RSC LABS Product together with proof of purchase and proof of purchase date (Bill of sale) either in person or addressed to the appropriate Service Department of RSC LABS for your product.
