BLACKVUE SPORT SC500
> Contents Introduction to the Manual Safety Precautions Features Checking the Components Getting Started Shooting Understanding the Part Name and Function Assembling the LCD Inserting/Removing the Memory Card Inserting/Removing the Battery Charging the Battery Screen View Utilizing the Camera Turning on the Power Shooting Movies Using the high speed shooting mode Taking Photos 4 5 8 Setting the Shooting Option 9 Playback 11 13 15 16 17 18 20 2
> Introduction to the Manual Thank you for purchasing BLACKVUE SPORT of PittaSoft Co., Ltd. This instruction manual contains information on how to operate your BLACKVUE SPORT. Before using the product, make sure to read through this manual so as to use the product in the correct way. To enhance the performance of the product, the contents of this instruction manual may be changed without prior notice.
> Safety Precautions The purpose of these cautions is to maintain user safety and avoid damage to property. Please make sure to read through this manual so as to use the product in the correct way. DANGER Death or property damage can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed: yy Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product yourself. It can cause fire, electric shock, or malfunction. For internal inspection and repair, call your customer service center.
WARNING Death or serious injury can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed: yy Do not leave the product where infants, children, or pets can reach it. yy Do not cover the product with any material. They might swallow small components, or their saliva could get into it and cause an explosion due to a short circuit. It can cause external deformation of the product or fire. Use the product and peripherals where ventilation is ensured.
CAUTION Injury or property damage can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed: yy Do not spray cleaning products directly onto the outside of the product. It can cause discoloration, cracks, or malfunction. yy Make sure that the product is installed properly. The product can fall as a result of vibration, and may cause physical injury. yy MicroSD cards are a consumable so replace them after prolonged use.
> Features Full HD ultra-high quality SONY Exmor CMOS Sensor Full HD (1920x1080) 60 Fps ultra-high quality video recording SONY image sensor with a high resolution that allows daytime/nighttime shooting and underwater shooting Speed shooting mode Waterproof housing Speed shooting mode for super slow motion that you can never experience on a general shooting mode (HD:120fps, WVGA:240fps) Waterproof housing that is fully waterproof up to 50 m depth, and protecting the camera Internally equipped Wi-Fi
> Getting Started I Checking the Components After purchasing the camera, open the box and check the following components.
Accessories (Sold separately) Battery charger Waterproof housing Circular tripod mount Square mount Thumb screw Power adaptor Memory card Note yy The image of each component or accessory may differ from the actual component or accessory. yy To enhance the performance of the product, the components of this product may be changed without prior notice. yy The components can be purchased separately from the BLACKVUE SPORT homepage (www.blackvuesport.com).
I Understanding the Part Name and Function Check the name and function of each part first before using the camera.
Item Description Shooting mode: Start/End shooting Playback mode* • Thumbnail view: Select a file • Playback or Pause* Setting mode*: Select a menu or setting item Wi-Fi On/Off: Long press Power On/Off: Long press Mode change: Press • * Movie/Normal Photo/High-speed Shooting/Playback/ Setting • *Switching between menus or setting items Item Description VIDEO Blue: Movie/Time Lapse mode PHOTO Blue: Photo shooting mode HIGH SPEED Blue: High speed shooting mode Wi-Fi Blue: Wi-Fi power on Off: Wi-Fi po
I Assembling the LCD You can check the shooting scene, play back a file, or set the camera and shooting environments by mounting the LCD component to the camera. Name of each part in the LCD Assembling the LCD LCD power button Align the assembly groove on the LCD with the right end of the camera, and insert the connection terminal of the LCD into the connection terminal of the camera correctly.
Removing the LCD Remove the LCD by pulling the part marked with an arrow firmly upwards. Note After assembling the LCD, turn on the camera and check the LCD operates normally. If the LCD screen does not turn on, turn off the camera and assemble the LCD again using the method specified on the previous page.
I Inserting/Removing the Memory Card Inserting the memory card 1 Open the cover of the memory card slot. 2 Insert the memory card with the metallic terminal to the left. 3 Close the cover of the memory card slot. Removing the memory card Press the memory card in lightly, and when the top emerges part way, pull it out completely.
I Inserting/Removing the Battery Inserting the battery 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert the batteries. 3 Close the battery cover. Removing the Battery Remove the battery by holding and lifting the plastic handle on the opposite side of the metallic terminal.
I Charging the Battery Charge the battery completely when using the camera for the first time after purchasing it.
I Screen View Movie shooting screen 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ; : 9 8 No. Name No. Name 1 Movie mode 7 Voice record 2 Resolution/FPS 8 Date 3 Quality 9 Battery level 4 White balance : Wi-Fi 5 ISO ; Memory display 6 Time lapse Note The screen of the product may be different from the real one.
Photo shooting screen High-speed shooting screen ; : 9 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 7 No. 8 7 6 Name No. Name 1 Photo shooting mode 7 Date 2 Resolution 8 Battery level 3 Quality 9 Wi-Fi 4 White balance : Memory display 5 ISO ; Self timer 6 Burst No. Name No.
> Shooting I Utilizing the Camera You can capture dynamic moments with the camera using various accessories. Application examples You can capture the surrounding scenery safely while driving a bicycle, motor cycle or car by mounting the optional holder. You can easily capture exciting moments when flying using the optional accessories.
I Turning on the Power After charging the battery, press and hold down on. yy Press and hold down I Shooting Movies until the camera turns again to turn off the camera. In movie mode, you can take a movie at a resolution up to Full HD (1920 x 1080). A movie at Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080) can be taken at a speed of 60 or 30 cuts per second for up to 2 hours, and the movie is saved in MP4 format. (The shooting time may vary depending on the shooting circumstances.
I Using the high speed shooting mode Setting the high speed shooting mode allows you to take a movie at a speed faster than 120 frames per second. This mode is suitable for capturing an action taken within a short time. 1 In shooting mode, press 2 3 Press to begin shooting. Press once again to end shooting. to select . yy You can set the Resolution/FPS. (Refer to 26 page) Note yy The captured movie file is saved automatically in the external memory.
> Setting the Shooting Option I Setting the Movie Shooting Option Shooting setting option Mode Menu Setting value Mode 1080P @ 60 fps Resolution/ Frame rate Video Settings Voice Record Time lapse 1080P @ 30 fps 720P @ 60 fps 720P @ 30 fps 480P @ 60 fps 480P @ 30 fps On Off Off 1 Sec. 5 Sec. 30 Sec. Menu Time lapse Video Settings Setting value 60 Sec. (1 Min.) 300 Sec. (5 Min.) 600 Sec. (10 Min.) Exit Resolution Photo Settings 12M (4000x3000 4:3) 8.5M (3648x2432 3:2) 7.2M (3648x2052 16:9) 0.
Setting Screen Setting the voice recording 7 6 5 1 2 3 4 You can record and save voice as a file or add a voice memo to a photo. 1 2 3 4 Press to select Select and press and press . . Press to select the Voice-record menu and press Press to select the voice recording option. Icon . Description The voice recording function is activated. No. Name No.
Resolution setting In the movie mode, you can set the resolution for shooting to HD resolution (1920 x 720) and SD resolution (640 x 480). You can shoot video up to 2GB at a time, and the shooting is continue even if exceeds 2GB. When the storage capacity for the memory card exceeds the limit, the shooting automatically stops. 1 2 3 4 Press Select to select and press and press Icon 1920 x 1080(30 fps) . 1280 x 720(60 fps) .
Setting the time lapse Setting the high-speed shooting mode When you set the shooting interval, you can record the movement of an object which requires long-time shooting within a short period of time. It is appropriate for shooting scenes such as sunrise. Setting the high speed shooting mode allows you to take a movie at a speed faster than 24 frames per second. This mode is suitable for capturing an action taken within a short time.
I Setting the Photo Shooting Option Resolution setting Icon If the resolution of a photo is high, the subject is expressed more precisely, so it is suitable for printing or playing the enlarged photo. On the other hand, the file size becomes larger, so select the resolution properly according to the purpose. 1 2 3 4 Press Select to select and press and press Description 12M (4000 x 3000 4:3) 8.5M (3648 x 2432 3:2) . 7.2M (3648 x 2052 16:9) . Press to access the photo resolution menu.
> Playback I Screen View Photo view screen Thumbnail view screen 1 6 2 3 5 4 No. 1 2 3 Name Playback display icon Photo/Video select icon OK icon 5 4 3 1 2 No. Name 4 Number of all photos/movies No. Memory-Number of captured photos and movies 1 Photo/Video select icon 4 Thumbnail icon 2 3 Play/Stop icon 5 Memory-Current file number 5 6 Exit button Name No.
Movie playback screen I Playback on the LCD 7 6 5 4 1 2 3 No. 1 2 3 4 Name No. Progress bar 5 Photo/Video select icon 6 7 Play/Stop icon Playback time Name You can see the saved photo or movie immediately. 1 While the camera is turned off, connect the LCD to the camera. (Refer to 13 page) 2 3 4 5 6 Turn the camera on. Memory-Current file number to select Press to enter the photo/video list. . Press to move the curser Press to select a desired file.
I Sending Files to a PC I Playback on a TV When you connect the camera to a PC,the PC recognizes the camera as an external hard disk, allowing you to send files saved in the camera to the PC. Recommended system specifications WINDOWS MAC Windows XP (Service pack 2 or later) or Vista Mac OS® X 10.4.11 or later 3.2 GHz Pentium 4 or higher 2.0 GHz Intel Core Duo or higher DirectX 9.
> Using the BLACKVUE SPORT APP 4 You can control or manage the camera from a wireless device (smartphone or tablet PC) where the BLACKVUE SPORT App is installed. 1 Install and execute BLACKVUE SPORT App on a wireless device. Note yy If you save the connection information when connecting using Wi-Fi, you can tap the Wi-Fi button in the BLACKVUE SPORT App to connect it without turning on the Wi-Fi function of the smartphone.
I Screen View 1 2 3 4 : 9 8 7 6 No. Descriptions No. Descriptions 1 Moves to the Home screen. 6 Shoots a movie or take a picture. 2 Moves to the internal memory. 7 Watches the shooting screen in real time. 3 Displays the captured screen in real time. 8 Moves to the list of movies/ pictures. 4 Changes the mode. 9 Moves to the setting screen. 5 Displays the setting options of the camera. : Allows you to check the APP information. 5 Drag the top bar to display.
I Changing the Setting Option 1 2 3 Setting Option Mode Press BlackVue Sport ▶ SETTINGS ▶ App Settings or Camera Settings to access the setting screen. Select a desired setting menu, and select the setting to change. The date is originally set to default. You can set the date manually by connecting with BLACKVUE SPORT APP. (Camera Settings ▶ Other Settings ▶ Date/Time) Setting Option Always use BlackVue S player App Settings Enable Wi-Fi Strength Monitor Press Save and Close to save the setting.
Mode Menu Photo Settings Camera Settings Setting Option Image Settings Menu Setting Option Date/Time Image Quality Wi-Fi Voice Record Burst Shot Self Timer High Speed Shooting Settings Mode Resolution Resolution/FPS Camera Settings Other Settings Volume Automatic Recovery White balance Auto Power Off ISO Default Setting Format BLACKVUE SPORT I������������ SC500 34
I Playing Movies/Photos 1 2 Press BlackVue Sport ▶ List ▶ 100BVSCM. I Moving files 1 2 Press BlackVue Sport ▶ List ▶100BVSCM. 3 Press Copy to Internal Storage to move the selected file to the internal memory. Select a desired file, and press and hold down the file until the menu is displayed. Select a desired movie or photo.
I Managing the internal memory 1 2 Press Internal Memory. yy Cancel: Returns to the previous screen. Select a desired file, and press and hold down the file until the menu is displayed. yy Copy: Copies the selected video/photo. 3 Press each menu to edit the selected file. yy YouTube Sharing : Shares the selected video/photo through YouTube in case Wi-Fi is connected. yy Cut: Cuts the selected video/photo. yy Delete: Deletes the selected video/photo.
I Firmware Upgrade 4 Detach the microSD card from the microSD card reader, and insert the microSD card into the camera. 5 When the power is turned on, it is automatically upgraded. . You can upgrade the firmware version by saving the firmware to a microSD card and connecting the microSD card into the PC. 1 Access the BLACKVUE SPORT web site (www.blackvuesport.com) and download the firmware upgrade file. 2 Insert the provided microSD card into a microSD card reader.
> Product Specifications To enhance the performance of the product, the product specifications may be changed without prior notice. Model Camera 12 Mega Pixel Angle of View Opposite Angle 157˚ Weight 72g (LCD : 22g) Size (WxLxH) 55mm x 36.7mm x 44.2mm Sensor SONY Exmor 12M CMOS Sensor Storage H/W Interface SC500 Pixel micro SD Card Input/Output USB 2.0 / USB 2.0, HDMI Button Power/Mode, Wi-Fi, Shutter/Choice LCD 2.
Format JPEG Resolution 12M (4000x3000 4:3) 8.5M (3648x2432 3:2) 7.2M (3648x2052 16:9) 0.3M (640x480 4:3) Photo High Speed Resolution/FPS Shooting Wi-Fi Audio 720p 120fps 480p 240fps 13 Channel 802.11b/g/n(20) 9 Channel 802.11n(40) PCM DSSS(CCK), OFDM(QAM) Mic Built-in, Mono Format 128kHz, AAC Software App BLACKVUE SPORT APP Degree IP68 Android 2.3 or later, iOS 5.
FCC Compliance Information (FCC ID: YCK-SC500) 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. CAUTION : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Name Ι Blackvue Sport Manufacturer Ι Pittasoft Co.,Ltd. / South Korea Address Ι BYC HIGH CITY A-7th floor, 371-17 Gasan-Dong, Geumcheon-Gu, Seoul, 153-718 Republic of Korea E-mail Ι sales@pittasoft.com Service Center Ι +82.2.6947.4670(ext.
