MiVue 388 User Manual
Table of Contents Precautions and notices..................................................................................3 Getting to know the recorder.........................................................................4 Front and rear components.....................................................................4 Side components.......................................................................................5 Inserting a memory card.............................................................
MiVue Manager...............................................................................................15 Installing MiVue Manager......................................................................15 Playing the recording files.....................................................................15 Settings menu.........................................................................................19 Caring for your device..............................................................................
Precautions and notices For your own safety, do not operate the controls of the product while driving. A window mount is needed when using the recorder in a car. Make sure that you place the recorder in an appropriate place, so as not to obstruct the driver’s view or deployment of airbags. Make sure that no object is blocking the camera lens and no reflective material appears near the lens. Please keep the lens clean.
Getting to know the recorder Front and rear components 7 4 6 5 4 3 2 1 Name Description ❶ Camera lens Make sure that no object is blocking the camera lens and no reflective material appears near the lens. ❷ Speaker Outputs audio. ❸ Status indicator Glows in green when the recorder is turned ON. ❹ OK key Acts as the ENTER button. (This key’s function may vary on different screens.) ❺ Down key Moves to the next item. (This key’s function may vary on different screens.
❼ Name Description Menu key Enters the Settings menu. Returns to the previous screen. Side components Name Description ❶ Device mount socket For the device mount. ❷ Mini-USB connector Connects to the charger. ❸ HD OUT connector Connects to an external device. ❹ Power key Press to turn the recorder ON and OFF. ❺ Memory card slot Data is recorded to a MicroSD card. Note: You are advised to use a Class 6 memory card with at least 8GB capacity.
Inserting a memory card CAUTION: Do not apply pressure to the centre of the memory card. You have to insert a memory card before you can start recording. The recorder supports MicroSD cards with up to 32GB capacity. You are advised to use a Class 6 memory card with at least 8GB capacity. Hold the card (MicroSD) by the edges and gently insert it into the slot with the label facing the camera lens of your Mio.
1 2 3 1 3 2 5 4 3 1 2 6 To ensure the optimal recording angle, pay attention to the following: 1. Make sure that your car is parked on a level ground.
2. When adjusting the angle of mounting, make sure that the camera’s view is parallel with the level ground, and the ground/sky ratio is close to 6/4. Use cable clips to secure the power cord so that it does not interfere with driving. To ensure the highest quality recordings, you are advised to place the recorder near the rear view mirror.
Hardware reset Occasionally, you may need to perform a hardware reset when the recorder stops responding; or appears to be “frozen” or “locked-up.” To perform a hardware reset, press and hold the Power key for 5 seconds. Setting the date and time To make sure of the correct date and time for your recordings, please check the date and time settings before you begin recording. 1. Press the Menu key 2. Select Date / Time and press the OK key. to access the Settings menu. 3.
Note: If continuous recording is ongoing but there is not enough space on your memory card, new video clips will replace the old ones. Event recording By default, if an event happens, such as sudden impact, high-speed driving, an overdone turn or an accidental crash, the G sensor will prompt the recorder to start an "emergency" recording (an event recording). If you want to manually start an event recording while continuous recording is in progress, press the OK key. To stop recording, press the ▼ key.
During playback, you can: Press the Menu key Press the OK key to pause or resume video playback. to return to the list. Press the ▲/▼ key to switch to the previous/next file. Safety camera alerts Note: The safety camera alerts function is not allowed to use in France, Germany and Switzerland. You can receive alerts to warn you about the locations of safety cameras, which will enable you to monitor your speed through these areas.
Note: Mio does not warrant that all types and locations of safety camera data are available, as cameras may be removed, relocated or new cameras installed. Updating safety camera data Occasionally Mio may offer you updates of safety camera data. Visit the Mio website for available downloads. The safety camera data may come in various formats. If the downloaded file is in .raw format, copy the .raw file to the root directory of your MicroSD card. If the downloaded file is not in .
5. 6. Select the desired option: Delete One: to delete the current file Delete All: to delete all files of the selected type Press the OK key to proceed. System settings To customise the system settings, press the Menu key . Item Description File Playback Plays videos and photos. GPS Status Displays the status of GPS signal reception.
Item Description Beep Enables or disables system notification sounds. SafetyCam Alert Sound Sets how you want to be notified of safety cameras. Record upon Power-on Enables or disables the recorder to start recording automatically once it is powered on. Video Clip Length Sets the length of each video clip for a continuous recording. G-Sensor Sensitivity When enabled, the G sensor will prompt the recorder to start recording automatically if an event happens (in driving mode).
MiVue Manager MiVue Manager is a tool for you to view the videos recorded on a MiVue recorder. IMPORTANT! Your computer needs MOV and AVI codecs to play the recording files. Please visit www.mio.com to install the required codecs. Note: Not all features are available for every model. Installing MiVue Manager Insert the CD that came with the recorder into your computer’s CD drive. Double-click Setup.exe and follow the on-screen prompts to install MiVue Manager.
Minimise Maximise Exit Calendar Video playback screen File type File list Playback controls Map screen G sensor chart Note: The Map screen may not display when the computer is not connected to the Internet or when your Mivue model does not support the GPS function. Note: G sensor chart displays data in 3-axis waveform about the car’s shift forward/ backward (X), to the right/left (Y) and upward/downward (Z). 3. By default, MiVue Manager shows the calendar and the file list on the right.
You can choose the file type to display: Event (emergency event recordings) and/or Normal (continuous recordings). To display all files in the current folder, click All. To return to the calendar view, click Calendar. Calendar You can also click recording files. Calendar and File List on the upper-left corner to select the folder that stores the 4. Double-click the desired file on the file list to start playback. 5.
Icon ／ Description Changes the playback direction. The ► icon indicates the current playback direction. Mutes or unmutes the volume. Adjusts the volume level. Plays the video in full screen. Returns to the normal view. Displays the playback progress. You can click on a point along the track bar to move directly to a different location for the playback. 6. 18 The tool bar allows you to do the following: Click to preview and print the current video image.
Settings menu Click to open the Settings menu. The Settings items are described as follows: Change Language: Sets the display language of MiVue Manager. Change Skin: Sets the color scheme of MiVue Manager. Check for Update: Checks if there is any new version of MiVue Manager. About: Displays the version and copyright information of MiVue Manager. Note: Internet access is required for this feature.
Never clean your device with it powered on. Use a soft, lint-free cloth to wipe the screen and the exterior of your device. Do not use paper towels to clean the screen. Never attempt to disassemble, repair or make any modifications to your device. Disassembly, modification or any attempt at repair could cause damage to your device and even bodily injury or property damage and will void any warranty.
EN 55022:2010 +AC:2011, Class B EN 61000-3-2:2006 +A1:2009 +A2:2009, Class A EN 61000-3-3:2008 EN 61000-4-11:2004 EN 61000-4-2:2009 EN 61000-4-3:2006 +A1:2008 +A2:2010 EN 61000-4-4:2004 +A1:2010 EN 61000-4-5:2006 EN 61000-4-6:2009 The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for modifications made by the User and the consequences thereof, which may alter the conformity of the product with the CE Marking.
Safety precautions About charging Use only the charger supplied with your device. Use of another type of charger may result in malfunction and/or danger. This product is intended to be supplied by a LISTED Power Unit marked with “LPS”, “Limited Power Source” and output rated + 5 V dc / 1.2 A. Use a specified battery in the equipment. About the charger Do not use the charger in a high moisture environment. Never touch the charger when your hands or feet are wet.
Important instructions (for service personnel only) Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. Use the battery only in the specified equipment.
Revision: R01 (4/2013) Trademarks All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Disclaimer Specifications and documents are subject to change without notice. Mio Technology does not warrant this document is error-free. Mio Technology assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions, or discrepancies between the device and the documents. Notes Not all models are available in all regions.
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