Uniden DC11 Owner Manual

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DC11
AUTOMOTIVE VIDEO RECORDER
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 2019 Uniden America Corporation
Irving, Texas
Issue 2, August 2019
Printed in Vietnam
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Uniden does not represent this product to be
waterproof. Do not expose this product to rain or
moisture.
• This product is intended for use in a motor vehicle.
Don’t install the device where it will block the driver’s
view of the road (including the mirrors) or the
deployment of the airbag.
• Keep your attention on the road! Don’t try to operate
or focus on any device while driving. If you have to
concentrate on the device, pull off the road for a few
minutes.
• Ensure that the camera lens is kept clean and there is
nothing blocking the lens.
• Don’t leave the device in direct sunlight for a long
period of time or where the temperature could go above
140°F (60°C).
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................... 2
OVERVIEW................................................................... 5
FEATURES...................................................................................... 5
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?................................................................... 6
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS................................... 7
INSTALLATION AND POWER UP............................... 9
ATTACHING THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT...................................... 9
INSTALLING THE MICROSD CARD.............................................. 9
POWERING UP THE DC11........................................................... 10
OPERATING THE DC11............................................. 11
RECORD MODE........................................................................... 11
Recording.................................................................................. 11
Save Current Recording........................................................... 12
Record Mode Menu................................................................... 12
PHOTO MODE.............................................................................. 14
Photo Mode Menu..................................................................... 14
PLAYBACK MODE....................................................................... 16
Playback Mode Menu................................................................ 16
Adjust Playback Volume.......................................................... 16
SETUP MENU............................................................................... 16
CONNECTING TO A PC............................................. 18
MASS STORAGE.......................................................................... 18
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................ 19
SPECIFICATIONS....................................................... 20
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY............................ 23
DC11
AUTOMOTIVE VIDEO RECORDER
OVERVIEW
The Uniden DC11 is an ultra-compact recorder that can
be set up to continuously capture high quality video
even in low light conditions. The built-in G-Sensor
system triggers the camera to instantly begin recording
if the vehicle is bumped or scraped. The DC11 can even
record outside the vehicle for the duration of the internal
battery’s power.
FEATURES
• 1.5” color screen
• High Definition Recording
• G-Sensor
• Loop Recording
• Auto Power Off
• Date and Time Stamp
• Records onto microSD Card (8GB included)
• Internal Rechargeable Battery (up to 10 minutes)
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
Uniden DC11
Windshield
Mount
DC (CAR)
Adapter
USB Cable
8GB MicroSD
card
If any items are missing or damaged, get answers
24/7 at our website: www.uniden.com.
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
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No. Item
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Description
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LCD
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UP ▲
In Record mode, zoom in.
In Menu list, move the cursor one line
up.
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LED
Red - (Steady On) Not Recording
Red - (Flashing) Recording
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No. Item
Description
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MENU
When not recording, opens the Menu.
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LED
Blue - Indicates charging
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DOWN
▼
In Record mode, zoom out.
In Menu list, move the cursor one line
down.
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OK
In Record mode, press this button to
start/stop video recording.
Use this button to capture an image in
Photo mode.
Confirm a menu selection.
Confirm changes in the settings.
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M/
While recording, press to lock (save
from overwrite) the current recording.
Use this button to shift between
Record, Photo, and Playback mode.
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POWER
Press to turn power on.
Press & hold to turn power off.
In Record mode, press to turn Infrared
LEDs (night vision) on/off.
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Bracket
Slot
Fit the bracket hook of the windshield
mount.
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Reset
If the device fails to operate, try
resetting the device. Press the
reset button using a pin or unfolded
paperclip.
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Mic
Records sound
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Lens
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No. Item
Description
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USB Port Connect External Power & charge
battery
Connect to PC for data (microSD
card) transfer
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Speaker
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Card Slot microSD card slot
INSTALLATION AND POWER UP
ATTACHING THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT
1. Insert the windshield mount bracket hook into the
bracket slot on the top of the DC11.
2. After inserting the hook, slide it down until it locks in
position.
3. Press the suction cup flat against the windshield.
4. Push the suction lock up until it snaps into place and
tighten the locking collar to secure.
5. Gently pull on the mount to make sure it is secure.
INSTALLING THE MICROSD CARD
A compatible microSD card (8GB supplied) is
required to record and store videos and photos.
The unit can support microSDHC cards (High Capacity
microSD) up to 32GB in capacity. Uniden recommends
using a good quality microSDHC card of at least 8GB
capacity (included) and minimum Class 10 speed.
Insert a formatted microSD card gently in the slot on the
side of the unit. To remove the card from the slot, press
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the edge of the microSD card inwards for it to pop out
and then pull it out of the slot.
POWERING UP THE DC11
Only use the DC car adapter that comes with your
device. Any other adapter might damage the device.
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2.
3.
Refer to your car’s owner’s manual to verify where
the power outlets are on and around the dashboard.
Locate an outlet that supplies 12V electric power
when the key is in the ON or ACC position.
Connect the car adapter to the camera and to the
that power outlet.
Start the car. The camera turns on automatically
and begins recording. (Press OK to stop recording.)
When the car’s engine is turned off, the camera will
automatically turn off in a few seconds.
Charge the camera for at least 15 minutes after it is
turned on for the first time or after it has been turned
off for more than three weeks.
4.
At other times, press the
button to turn it on.
Press and hold the
button to turn it off.
The unit charges the battery whenever power is detected
through the USB port. When the unit is being charged,
the red LED glows. It will automatically turn off when
the unit has been charged completely. The unit will take
about 90 minutes to charge completely. The Battery
Status icon tells you how full the battery is.
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Empty
Low
Half Full
Full
OPERATING THE DC11
The DC11 operates in three modes: Record mode, Photo
mode, and Playback mode. These modes also have
menus to help you configure recording and taking photos.
Press M/ until you access the mode you want. An icon
appears in the upper left corner of the screen for each
mode.
Record Mode
Photo Mode
Playback Mode
RECORD MODE
To record video, verify that a valid microSD card (8GB
supplied) is inserted in the microSD slot.
Inserting or removing the microSD card when the
unit is recording causes the device to shut down.
Recording
When connected to a car charger, the unit automatically
goes into Record mode and starts recording. The
icon displays on the screen, with a flashing red dot
beside it to indicate recording is in progress.
If the unit is not recording, press OK to start recording.
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A flashing red dot appears next to the
icon. To
stop recording, press OK and the red dot disappears,
indicating that the recording has stopped.
Save Current Recording
You can save the file that is currently recording so
that it will not be overwritten if space is needed. While
recording, press M/ ; the
icon appears on the
screen. This indicates that the recording has been locked
and will not be overwritten by new video clips.
Press OK to stop recording. The
from the screen.
icon disappears
Record Mode Menu
You cannot access menus when the the unit is
recording. To access the Record menus, stop
recording by pressing OK.
In Record, Photo, or Playback mode, press the Menu key
( ) once to access the menu settings for that particular
mode. Press it twice to display the Setup menu.
The Setup menu is common to all modes. See page
16.
Press ▲ and ▼ to scroll through the various settings and
then press OK to select. Press again to exit the Menu.
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Option
Description
Resolution
Sets the video resolution. (Maximum
resolution = 1080FHD)
Option
Description
Loop
Recording
Loop recording allows you to set video
file length (1, 2, or 3, minutes; 3 minutes
shown on icon). Selecting a file length
activates loop recording. When the
microSD card fills up, it loops back to the
oldest file and records over it.
If you select OFF, video file length
defaults to 3 minutes. When the microSD
card fills up, a Card Full message
displays and recording stops.
EV
(Exposure)
Sets the brightness sensitivity.
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Motion
Detection
Turn this setting on to allow the recorder
to start recording when it detects
movement.
Audio
Turns audio recording on/off.
Date Stamp
Enables/disables the date and time on
the image files.
Gsensor
Detects significant or sudden movement;
automatically locks the current recording.
Button
Sound
Turns on sounds when you press keys.
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PHOTO MODE
The DC11 lets you take snapshots of live video that is
not recording. You cannot take a snapshot of live video
while it is recording. You also cannot take a snapshot of
recorded video playing back.
To take a snapshot:
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2.
3.
Verify that a valid microSD card is inserted in the
microSD slot.
Press M/ to select Photo mode;
displays in
the upper left corner.
Press OK. The unit takes a snapshot of live video.
Photo Mode Menu
Like the Record mode menu, press the Menu key ( )
once to access the menu settings for the Photo mode.
Press it twice to display the Setup menu.
The Setup menu is common to all modes. See page
16.
Option
Description
Capture
Mode
Sets the time gap for capturing an image.
For example, if you select 2s, then 2
seconds will be the delay between the
OK button being pressed and the image
being captured.
Resolution
Defines the image resolution.
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Option
Description
Sequence
Activates continuous shooting mode; you
get up to 3 shots in one click.
Quality
Defines the quality of the images you
capture.
Sharpness
Defines the clarity of detail in the images
you capture.
White
Balance
Establishes the conditions to capture an
image based on the options given.
Color
Adjust photo color.
R
G
B
ISO
Increases or decreases the camera’s
light sensitivity.
EV
(Exposure)
Sets the brightness sensitivity.
AntiShaking
Reduces the camera shake and captures
a better quality image.
Quick
Review
Sets the time duration the image displays
on the screen after it has been captured.
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PLAYBACK MODE
This mode lets you play back recorded video or view
snapshots.
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2.
Press M/ until either
(Playback) or ► (Snapshot) displays in the upper left corner of the screen.
Press OK to view the recorded file/snapshot or ▲ /
▼ to scroll through the recorded files/snapshots.
Playback Mode Menu
Press the Menu key ( ) once to access the Playback
mode options. Scroll up or down and then press OK
to select an option for the snapshot/video currently
displaying.
• Delete. Delete the current file displayed or delete all
files.
• Protect. Lock/unlock the current file displayed or lock/
unlock all files.
Adjust Playback Volume
Playback Volume controls display on the video playback
screen (
). Increase or decrease the volume
through the ▲ / ▼keys.
SETUP MENU
Press Menu key (
any mode. The
corner.
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) twice to access the Setup menu in
icon is highlighted in the upper left
Option
Description
Set Date/
Time
Changes the date and time by using the
relevant ▲ and ▼ keys, and then press
OK to confirm.
Auto Power
Off
Sets the time duration to automatically
power off the unit when idle.
Language
Select English (default), French,
Spanish, or Portuguese.
Light
Frequency
Select 50Hz or 60Hz (default) and press
OK.
Screen
Saver
Sets the time to automatically turn off the
LCD after the recording starts.
Image
Rotation
Rotates the image.
Format
Formats the microSD card.
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Option
Description
Default
Setting
Returns all the settings back to the
factory defaults.
Firmware
Version
Version number of the installed firmware.
CONNECTING TO A PC
If you connect the DC11 to a PC (using the supplied USB
cable), the DC11 displays verious options. Scroll to select
Mass Storage.
MASS STORAGE
The Mass Storage option lets you manage and view the
microSD card contents on the PC.
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2.
3.
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Connect the DC11 to the PC with the USB cable.
Select the Mass Storage option on the DC11.
On your computer, navigate to your network drives;
the DCAM is detected on the PC as an external
drive. Select it to view the DCIM folder.
Click on the DCIM folder to open and view
recordings/images arranged in folders according to
the specified date. The locked/protected recordings
have file names beginning with “SOS,” thus enabling
you to easily distinguish them from the rest of the
recordings.
TROUBLESHOOTING
General Problems
Possible Solutions
Camera does not turn off Check your vehicle’s
when the car is turned off. owner’s manual to verify
that you have connected
the camera to a power
outlet that only operates
when the key is in the ON
or ACC position.
If you have connected your
camera accordingly and it
still remains on when the
car is turned off, go to www.
uniden.com for assistance.
The unit cannot take
photos or record videos
The unit automatically
stops when recording
• Ensure that the microSD
card is formatted
properly and inserted
correctly.
• Use the recommended
type of microSD card
(minimum 8GB Class
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Video is unclear
Ensure that there are no
fingerprints or dirt on the
lens. Ensure that the lens is
always kept clean.
Dark images while
recording water/sky
Adjust the EV setting.
Color of the images is not
good
Set the ‘white balance’
setting to automatic.
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General Problems
Possible Solutions
Cross-stripe interference
in an image
Verify that Frequency option
(Setup/Frequency) is set to
60Hz (North America).
The unit crashes
Using a pin or an unfolded
paper clip, press and hold
the Reset button to restart
the unit.
SPECIFICATIONS
Screen
RAM
Operating
Systems
Supported
Operating
Temp.
Storage
Temp.
Size
Working
Humidity
Storage
Recording
Time
Video
Resolution
View Angle
Zoom
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1.5 in. LCD
DDR1
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1
Mac OS 10+/LINUX (webcam/storage)
32° F ~ 122° F (0° C ~ +50° C)
25° F ~ 140° F (-10° C ~ +60° C)
66mm (L) x 31mm (H) x 41mm (W)
10 ~ 90%
microSD (up to 32GB), Class 10 (8G
microSD card included)
Recording Time: Off, 1 min, 3 min, or 5
min
1920x1080/1440x1080/1280x720/848x4
80/640x480/320x240
140°
4X digital zoom
Power Supply
• 12V Cigarette Car Charger
Input: 12V~24V
Output: DC5V/1A
• 110mAh Built-in Lithium Polymer
battery (10 min)
Sensor Type 1.3 MP CMOS
Image Sensor 1/3”
Video Frame 30fps
Rate
Sound
Yes (built-in microphone)
Recording
Channels
1
G-sensor
Yes
Video Format AVI
Photo
12M/10M/8M/5M/3M, 2M, VGA, 1.3M
Resolution
Video Codec MJPG
Audio Codec PCM
FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE
FCC Compliance
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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void your authority
to operate the equipment.
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Avis de conformité à la FCC : Ce dispositif a été testé
et s’avère conforme à l’article 15 des règlements de
la Commission fédérale des communications (FCC).
Ce dispositif est soumis aux conditions suivantes:
1) Ce dispositif ne doit pas causer d’interférences
nuisibles et; 2) Il doit pouvoir supporter les parasites
qu’il reçoit, incluant les parasites pouvant nuire à son
fonctionnement.
Tout changement ou modification non approuvé
expressément par la partie responsable pourrait annuler
le droit à l’utilisateur de faire fonctionner cet équipement.
IC Compliance
This device complies with Industry Canada licenseexempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void your authority
to operate the equipment.
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes RSS exemptes
de licences d’Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est
soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil
ne doit pas causer d’interférences nuisibles et (2), il
doit pouvoir accepter les interférences, incluant celles
pouvant nuire à son fonctionnement normal.
Tout changement ou modification non approuvé
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expressément par la partie responsable pourrait annuler
le droit à l’utilisateur de faire fonctionner cet équipement.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Important: Save your receipt! Evidence of original
purchase is required for warranty service.
WARRANTOR: Uniden America Corporation (“Uniden”)
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one
year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to
be free from defects in materials & craftsmanship with
only the limitations or exclusions set out below.
WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original
user shall terminate & be of no further effect 12 months
after the date of original retail sale. The warranty is
invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained
as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or
used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or
any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly
installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other
than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect
or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any
conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any
system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or
programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the
owner’s manual for this product.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product
does not conform to this warranty at any time while this
warranty is in effect, warrantor will either, at its option,
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repair or replace the defective unit & return it to you
without charge for parts, service, or any other cost
(except shipping & handling) incurred by warrantor or its
representatives in connection with the performance of
this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace the
unit with a new or refurbished unit.
THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS
THE SOLE & ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING
TO THE PRODUCT & IS IN LIEU OF & EXCLUDES
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE
WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR
ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR
PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, & you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. This warranty is void outside the
United States of America & Canada.
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE
OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in
the owner’s manual you are certain that the Product is
defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its
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original packaging). The Product should include all parts
& accessories originally packaged with the Product.
Include evidence of original purchase & a note describing
the defect that has caused you to return it. The Product
should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, to
warrantor at:
Uniden America Service
C/O Saddle Creek
743 Henrietta Creek Rd., Suite 100
Roanoke, TX 76262
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