User manual
Operation
View Videos and Photographs: Enter Playback Mode by press-
ing and holding the Photograph/Playback Button. You can then 
cycle through your recordings using the up/down arrows and play 
or stop a clip by pressing the File Lock/Enter Button.
G-Sensor: 
The G-Sensor is an accelerometer that can detect if 
you are in an accident. If the G-Sensor is triggered, the current 
video segment will automatically be locked so that it is not over-
written by cyclical recording. The sensitivity of the G-Sensor can 
be adjusted in settings. 
LED Headlight: To turn on the LED highlights simply tap the ON/
OFF button while in recording mode.
AV OUT: Plugging the AV Cable into the AV OUT port allows you to 
broadcast the Dash Cam’s screen on a TV or monitor that accepts 
AV Signals. The Dash Cam will operate normally. The unit outputs 
an NTSC signal that works with most analog TV inputs.
Battery: The battery in this unit is intended to operate the unit 
for 15 seconds after power loss due to an accident or crash. 
If the unit is turned on without the Cigarette Lighter Adapter 
attached you can manually start recording and the camera will 
operate for approximately 1.5 hours on battery power. Note that 
the screen will turn off after 30 seconds to conserve battery. 
Specications
Visual Angle ............................. 140 degrees
Lens Degrees Rotation ............. 200 degrees
Sensor ..................................... 5.0 megapixels
Video resolution ....................... 1080P/1080PHD/720P/WVGA
Video Format ........................... VGA
VGA ......................................... 720P/30fps/WVGA/30fps
Picture Format ......................... JPEG
Picture Resolution .................... 2592 x 1944 (Max. 12M)
Highlight .................................. Supported
Web Camera ............................ Supported
Motion Detection ..................... Supported
Removable Disk ....................... Supported
Sound Recording ..................... Synchronous video and sound
  record/only video without sound 
  (optional)
MicroSD Card .......................... 8GB included
Storage Temperature ............... -20 - 60C
Operation Temperature ............ -10 - 60C
Player Software ....................... Windows Media Player/KM Player
USB Interface ........................... USB 2.0
Display Screen ......................... 2.0 TFT
Capacity of Battery .................. 250-450 mAh
Charging Current ..................... 200-300MA
Charging Time ......................... 1 hour
AV Output ................................ NTSC/PAL Analog Video & Audio
USB: USB is used to power DVR as well as allow connection to 
PC for file transfers. Connect the product to your computer with 
the included USB cord to view and manage video and image files.  
Choose Mass Storage to view files or USB Charge if you just want 
to power the unit. If Mass Storage is selected you will be able to 
navigate to “Removable Disk” on your computer. Video files are 
AVI format and can be played using most video players. 
Reset: Use a sharp point to press this button if the unit freezes 
or does not turn on for any reason. Reset will not erase video 
recordings or customized settings.
Operation
Customer Assistance
Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many 
features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after 
reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:
For Assistance in the U.S.A.
Automated Help Desk: 
English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, phone 773-889-3087.
Customer Assistance Operators: 
English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday 
(except holidays), phone 773-889-3087.
Questions: 
English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269.
Technical Assistance: 
English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English and 
Spanish. product info@cobra.com (e-mail).
For Assistance Outside the USA: 
Contact Your Local Dealer
Trademark Acknowledgement
Cobra
®
 and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics  
Corporation, USA.
Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
Limited 1-Year Warranty 
For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.
Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra Dashboard Cameras, and the component parts 
thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of 
first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that 
the product is utilized within the U.S.A.
Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective Dashboard Cameras, products or 
component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service Department, accompanied by proof of the 
date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.
You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the 
return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if the product is repaired, this warranty gives you specific 
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply:
1. To any product damaged by accident. 
2.  In the event of misuse or abuse of the product, or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs.
3. If the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed.
4. If the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A.
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are 
limited in duration to the length of this warranty.
Cobra shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages; including, without 
limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the 
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply 
to you.
Product Service
For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, or if parts are missing…PLEASE 
CALL COBRA FIRST…do not return this product to the store. See customer assistance on reverse side 
of this sheet. If this product should require factory service, please call Cobra before sending the product. 
This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on any repair. If Cobra asks that the product be sent to its 
factory, the following must be furnished to have the product serviced and returned:
1.  For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or 
carbon of a sales receipt. Make sure the date of purchase and product model number are clearly 
readable. If the originals are sent, they cannot be returned;
2. Send the entire product;
3.  Enclose a description of what is happening with the product. Include a typed or clearly printed name 
and address of where the product is to be returned, with phone number (required for shipment);
4.  Pack product securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material;
5.  Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or Priority 
Mail with delivery confirmation to avoid loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics 
Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, Illinois 60707 U.S.A.;
6.  If the product is in warranty, upon receipt of the product it will either be repaired or exchanged 
depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 – 4 weeks before contacting Cobra for status. 
If the product is out of warranty, a letter will automatically be sent with information as to the 
repair charge or replacement charge.
For any questions, please call 773-889-3087 for assistance.
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