FOR CAR USE ONLY/ POUR APPLICATION AUTOMOBILE UNIQUEMENT/ NUR FÜR AUTOMOBIL GEBRAUCH/ PARA USO EN AUTOMÓVILES/ SOLO PER L’UTILIZZO IN AUTOMOBILE/ ТОЛЬКО ДЛЯ ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ В АВТОМОБИЛЯХ Advanced Dash Cam DVR-C310R DVR-C310S RVC-C310 • OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. • MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN Léalo antes de utilizar este equipo. • MODE D’EMPLOI Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser cet appareil. • ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO Si prega di leggere prima di utilizzare il attrezzatura.
FCC Statement 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. 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.
Contents Operating Instructions 4 4. Using the mobile viewer 23 4.1 Connect the product to a smartphone 23 4.2 Viewing the mobile viewer screen layout 23 1.1.1 DVR-C310R (2 camera, USA/Canada only) 8 5. Using the PC viewer 24 1.1.2 DVR-C310S (1 camera) 9 1.1.3 RVC-C310 (Rear view only) 9 5.1 System requirements 24 5.2 Learning about the PC viewer 24 1. Product overview 8 1.1 Included items 8 1.2 Part names 10 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view 10 1.2.
Operating Instructions Points to Observe for Safe Usage Read this manual carefully before using the system components. They contain instructions on how to use this product in a safe and effective manner. Alpine cannot be responsible for problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions in this manual. This manual uses various pictorial displays to show you how to use this product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting from improper connections and operation.
Power supply and product installation • DO NOT WATCH VIDEO WHILE DRIVING. Watching the video may distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and cause an accident. • DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER. Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock. • USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND. (Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do so may result in fire, etc. • USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.
Other information about the product Product management and operation • HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for repairing. • HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS. The wiring and installation of this unit requires special technical skill and experience.
Warning and Notices • This device should never be mounted in or to a vehicle in a way that interferes with the operations of the vehicle, including, but not limited to, airbags, lane detection systems, navigation device, and so forth. Doing so may result violation of state or national laws, injury, or death. Always mount this device so that it does not obstruct the driver’s view.
1. Product overview 1.1 Included items Ensure that all the items are included when you open the product box. • The standard items may change without prior notice. • GPS reception may be affected by interference from the vehicle's windshield, particularly those treated with anti-UV protective coating, or built-in defroster. 1.1.
Product overview 1.1.2 DVR-C310S (1 camera) Front camera (main unit) Mount Hardwiring cable microSD card with adapter (consumable) Quick start guide / User guide (stored in the microSD card) Cable clamp holder Dash cam recording warning sticker External GPS receiver Rear camera extension cable Rear camera connection cable Car charger 1.1.
Product overview 1.2 Part names 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view Mount connector Used to connect the mount. DC-IN power port Used to connect the power cable. GPS port Used to connect the external GPS receiver. V-IN input port Used to connect the rear camera. Front camera lens Records the front view. Speaker Outputs the voice guide and buzzer sounds to indicate the product’s status. 1.2.
Product overview 1.2.3 Rear camera (RVC-C310) Adhesive mount Used to fix the rear camera in the vehicle. Connection port Used to connect the rear camera to the front camera using a rear camera cable. Rear camera lens Records the rear view. 1.3 Removing and inserting the memory card Follow the instructions to remove the memory card from the product or to insert the memory card into the product. Before removing the memory card, ensure that the product is turned off.
Product overview 1.4 Overviewing connection diagram Follow the connection diagram to properly install the product. The connection diagram is for reference only. The product must be professionally installed in the vehicle by an Alpine authorized dealer/a trained specialist mechanic. 1.4.
Product overview 1.4.2 1 Camera connection diagram (DVR-C310S) Hardwiring cable External GPS receiver BATTERY ACC GND Yellow Red Black 1.4.
2. Installing the product 2.1 Installing the front camera (main unit) Follow the instructions to properly install the product. 2.1.1 Selecting an installation location Select an installation location that can record the entire view in front of the vehicle without obstructing the driver’s vision. Ensure that the front camera lens is located in around the center of the windshield. Keep it as far away as possible from other antennas.
Installing the product 3 Remove the protective film from the adhesive mount, and then press the mount to the installation location. 1 ➊ 2 ➋ 4 ➊ 1 5 2 ➋ Remove the product from the mount and push the mount against the windshield to ensure that the mount is firmly fixed. Align the product to the mount, and then slide it into the locking position until you hear a click. • The product may fall and be damaged during vehicle operation if it is not firmly fixed to the mount.
Installing the product 2.1.3 Connecting the power cable with the car charger When the engine and electrical accessories are turned off, connect the car charger. Connect the cigar socket power cable to the product’s DC-IN power connector and insert the cigar jack into the vehicle’s power socket. 1 ➊ The location and specifications of the power socket may differ by vehicle make and model. 2 ➋ • Use an authentic cigar socket power cable.
Installing the product 2.2.2 Securing the rear camera Refer to the following instructions to secure the product to the installation location. 1 After determining the installation location, wipe the installation surface of the windshield with a dry cloth. Check the installation location before you secure the rear camera to the rear windshield. After securing the rear camera to the windshield, it is hard to remove the camera or change the installation location due to the strong adhesive.
Installing the product 2.2.3 Connecting the rear camera cable Power off the product and connect the rear camera cable to the front camera (main unit). 1 Connect one end of the rear camera cable to the front camera’s V-IN port. 2 Connect the other end of the rear camera cable to the rear camera's connection port. For safe driving, arrange the cables to prevent the driver's vision from being obstructed or interfering with driving.
Installing the product 2.3 Installing the external GPS receiver To activate the ADAS feature or record driving information (the speed and location), follow the instructions and install the external GPS receiver on the upper part of the front windshield. Install the external GPS receiver near the product, taking its cable length into account. 1 Remove the film from the back of the external GPS receiver.
3. Using recording features 3.1 Turning the product on or off The product is turned on automatically and continuous recording starts when you turn on the ACC or start the engine. Wait until the product is completely booted up after turning it on, and then begin operating the vehicle. The video recording does not begin until the product is completely turned on (booted up). 3.2 Learning about file storage locations Videos are stored in the following folders according to their recording mode.
Using recording features 3.3 Using the continuous recording feature Connect the power cable to the product’s DC-IN power port and then turn on the vehicle’s electrical accessories or start the engine. The status LED and the voice guide are turned on, and the continuous recording starts. During continuous recording, the product operates as follows. Mode Operation description STATUS LED Continuous recording During driving, videos are recorded in 1 minute segments and stored in the "cont_rec" folder.
Using recording features 3.5 Using parking mode When the product is connected to the vehicle via the hardwiring cable, the operating mode is switched to parking mode with the voice guide after the engine or electrical accessories are turned off. Parking mode operates only when the hardwiring cable is connected. The hardwiring cable must be professionally installed to the vehicle by an Alpine authorized dealer/a trained specialist mechanic.
4. Using the mobile viewer You can view and manage recorded videos and configure various product features on your smartphone. • The following are the mobile phone requirements for using the ALPINE Recording Viewer application: - Android 7.0 (Nougat) or higher - iOS 11.4 or higher • The Wi-Fi password is required when you connect the product to a smartphone for the first time. Enter “123456789” in the password input field. 4.
5. Using the PC viewer You can view and manage the recorded videos and configure various product features on your PC. 5.1 System requirements The following are the system requirements for running the PC viewer. • Processor: Intel Core i5, or higher • Memory: 4 GB or more • Operating system: Windows 7 or later (64-bit is recommended), macOS X10.8 Mountain Lion or later • Other: DirectX 9.0 or higher / Microsoft Explorer version 7.
Using the PC viewer 5.2.2 PC viewer screen layout (for Windows) The following provides brief information about the PC viewer's screen layout. ➋ ➍ ➌ ➎ ➊ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➓ Number ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➓ Description Open a file, or save a video with a different name. View or configure the dash cam settings, and set the language for the PC viewer. Display the current video in full screen. Tap the Back ( ) button to return to the previous screen.
Using the PC viewer 5.2.3 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer (for Windows) Follow the instructions to play recorded videos. 1 Turn off the product and remove the memory card. 2 Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC. 3 Double-click the shortcut to the PC viewer to open the program. The video files in the memory card will be automatically added to the playlist in the bottom-right corner of the PC viewer screen. The playlist section layout is as follows. Select a folder.
Using the PC viewer 5.2.4 PC viewer screen layout (for Mac) The following provides brief information about the PC viewer's screen layout. ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ Number ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➓ ➓ Description Set the language for the PC viewer. Set the speed unit. Switch between the front and rear videos. View or configure the dash cam settings. Save the current scene. Print the current scene. Displays the current rear video. Displays the map screen.
Using the PC viewer 5.2.5 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer (for Mac) Follow the instructions to play recorded videos. 1 Turn off the product and remove the memory card. 2 Insert the memory card into your Mac using a SD card reader or SD card adapter provided. 3 Open the PC viewer. 4 Click and locate the memory card. The video files in the memory card will be automatically added to the playlist in the bottom-right corner of the PC viewer screen. The playlist section layout is as follows.
6. Settings You can set the product features according to your needs and preferences using the mobile viewer or the PC viewer. The following procedures are based on the mobile viewer. The product will stop recording while configuring settings on the mobile viewer. 6.1 Managing the memory card From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings > Memory Card Settings to manage the memory card settings.
Settings 6.3 Setting recording features From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings > Record Settings to manage the recording features settings. Options Continuous Mode Incident Recording Sensitivity Set Privacy Recording Description You can set the detection sensitivity for recording when an impact is detected while driving. When you set the sensitivity, you must consider the road conditions, traffic situation, or your driving style. Select from Disabled/Lowest/Low/Mid/High for the sensitivity.
Settings 6.4 Read Safety settings From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings > Road Safety Settings to manage the road safety features. Options Description Safety Cameras When the vehicle approaches or passes the speed limit zone, the safety camera alert system will collect GPS signals and safety camera data. Select from Enabled/Disabled for the safety camera feature.
7. Accessing the product information New users may benefit from the basic product information that can be accessed from the Menu screen. 7.1 Viewing product information From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam Info to view product information. The following product information menus will be displayed on the screen. • Model Name • Firmware Ver. • LOCAL ID • GPS Info • Memory Size 7.2 Accessing and configuring the GPS A GPS module is used to include the location data in the recorded videos.
8. Upgrading the firmware A firmware upgrade is provided to enhance the product’s features, operation or to increase stability. For optimal operation of the product, ensure that you keep the firmware up to date. Follow the instructions to upgrade the firmware. 1 On your PC, open a web browser and go to Alpine website. 2 Select the product and download the latest firmware upgrade file. 3 Unzip the downloaded file. 4 Disconnect power to the product and remove the memory card.
9. Troubleshooting The following table lists the problems users may encounter while using the product and measures to resolve them. If the problem persists after taking the measures provided in the table, contact the customer service center. Problems Cannot power on the product Solution • Make sure the power cable (the car charger or the hardwiring cable) is connected to the vehicle and the product properly. • Check the vehicle’s battery level. The voice guide and/or buzzer do not sound.
10. Specifications To see the product specifications, refer to the following table. Item Specification Remarks Model name DVR-C310R / DVR-C310S / RVC-C310 Dimensions / Weight 98.5 x 40.6 x 26.9 mm / 61 g (except mount) Rear camera: 60.5 x 32.3 x 26.7 mm / 24.
Specifications For the approximate recording times of each memory partition setting, refer to the tables below. • For more information about the memory partition settings, refer to "6.1 Managing the memory card" on page 29. • For more information about the parking mode, refer to "3.5 Using parking mode" on page 22. • Continuous Priority Parking Mode Motion Detection Energy Saving Card Size Continuous Rec Incident Rec Manual Rec Motion Detection (while parking) Parking Incident 16 GB Approx.
Specifications • Parking Priority Parking Mode Motion Detection Energy Saving Card Size Continuous Rec Incident Rec Manual Rec Motion Detection (while parking) Parking Incident 16 GB Approx. 53 min Approx. 42 min Approx. 13 min Approx. 314 min Approx. 38 min 32 GB Approx. 105 min Approx. 83 min Approx. 25 min Approx. 627 min Approx. 75 min 64 GB Approx. 210 min Approx. 166 min Approx. 50 min Approx. 1,254 min Approx. 150 min 128 GB Approx. 420 min Approx. 332 min Approx.
Specifications Hereby, Alpine Electronics (Europe) declares that the radio equipment type DVR-C310R, DVR-C310S is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www. alpine.
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