Action Cam SP360 4K User Manual
Before You Start Declaration of Conformity Responsible Party: JK Imaging Ltd. Address: JK Imaging Ltd., 17239 So. Main Street, Gardena, CA 90248 USA JK Imaging Europe, 71 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1DS, UK Company Website: http://kodakpixpro.com About this Manual Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. JK Imaging Ltd. reserves all rights of this document.
For Customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communication Commission Interference 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.
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- EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1:2012 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment; Part 17: Specific conditions for Broadband Data Transmission Systems Hereby, [Sintai Optical (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd], declares that these [Action Cam and Remote] are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Manufacturer: Sintai Optical (Shenzhen) Co.
Safety Notes Product Notes: • Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the product by yourself. • Do handle the product properly. This product may be damaged if dropped, punctured or crushed. • Avoid directly touching the lens element, please use professional lens cleaning paper together with lens cleaning agents to wipe the lens and keep the lens clean. • Do not use corrosive, alcoholic or organic-solvent-containing cleaners to wipe this product.
memory card into the card slot. • Before using a brand new memory card, please format the memory card first. • A photo or video taken with the product will be stored in the folder that is automatically generated on the memory card. Do not store photos or videos that were not taken using the product in these folders in case the files cannot be normally recognized in playback. • Directly editing the data on the memory card is not recommended. Copy the data to your computer disk before editing is recommended.
Contents Before You Start.......................................................................................................................................1 Safety Notes.............................................................................................................................................5 Contents...................................................................................................................................................7 Getting Ready.........................
Burst mode ......................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Introducing the Menu ........................................................................................................................................21 Every Shooting Mode Settings General Settings Remote Pair Setting / / / / / )......................................................................... 22 ...
Getting Ready Accessories Included Your product box should contain the product you purchased along with the following accessories. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your retailer. (The AC Adapter style will vary according to the power requirement from different countries or regions.
KODAK PIXPRO SP360 4K View 1 2 1 Lens Video recording button / Shooting button / OK button 2 3 4 5 6 10 9 8 7 3 Microphone 4 Status indicator 5 Wi-Fi button 6 Wi-Fi indicator 7 NFC mark 8 Menu button / Direction button (lower) 9 ower button / Mode button / P Direction button (upper) 11 10 LCD 12 11 Battery cover 12 Battery cover lock 13 13 Buzzer 14 15 16 17 14 Side cover 15 Location hole 16 Tripod socket 17 Lens ring 10
Mounting / Removing Lens Ring and Lens Cover The processes of mounting/removing lens ring and lens cover are the same, with lens cover as an example as below: Removing lens cover: Mounting lens cover Turn the lens cover according to the illustrated direction until it separates from the SP360 4K. Turn and firmly tighten the lens cover according to the illustrated direction. Lens ring and lens cover cannot be used at the same time.
Installing Battery 1. Open the battery cover 2. Insert the battery Push the battery cover lock along the direction of arrow ① , push the battery cover along the direction of arrow ② , and open the battery cover along the direction of arrow ③ . Insert the battery into the battery compartment along the direction of arrow ④ (note the location of the + and - symbols). 3 4 2 1 Gently pull the tape upward to remove the battery. When inserting the battery, please do not fold the tape underneath the battery.
Installing Memory Card Open the side cover, then insert the memory card into the card slot (note the direction of the memory card gap), push the bottom end of the memory card with a fingertip into the slot completely, and then close the side cover. A memory card (microSD / microSDHC / microSDXC) is optional and is not included in the product package. It needs to be purchased separately. Please use an original memory card, which is Class 10 or higher and has a capacity of 8GB to 128GB.
Charging the Battery Please use the battery charger or AC adapter to charge the battery in an ambient temperature ranging from 10 ˚C to 35 ˚C. Charging the battery with a battery charger: 1. Place the battery into the battery charger according to the direction illustrated. Use the Micro USB cable to connect the battery charger and the AC adapter, and then plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. 2. The indicator light will turn red while charging.
Charging the camera with a computer: 1. Place the battery into the camera. 2. Use the Micro USB cable to connect the camera (off) to a computer (on). 3. The indicator light will become orange while it is charging. The indicator will go out once charging is finished. The camera cannot be recharged when power is on.
Configuration and Operation Main Interface Introduction The Main Interface 1. Mode 2 3 4 Movie mode Snap Shot Photo mode Loop recording mode 5 1 / / / / / Time-lapse movie mode High-speed movie mode 8 7 Burst mode 6 2. Memory card 3. Movie size: / / / Photo size: / / / / / / / / / / / / / 4. Battery status 5. Motion detection (on) 6.
Power On / Off Power on: When the power is off, press and hold the button for more than one second to turn on the product. Power off: When the power is on, press and hold the button for more than one second to turn off the product. If the product cannot be powered off normally, you can remove the battery from the camera to force it to power off. Start-up for language, date and time 1. Press and hold the button to turn on the product.
Modes Introduction In the main interface, press the button to enter the mode selection interface. Press the or button to select any one mode; press the button to the main interface of the current mode. 6 modes are available: Movie mode Burst mode , Snap shot photo mode , Loop recording mode , Time-lapse movie mode , High-speed movie mode , . Movie mode Enable video recording. It is suitable for recording in most conditions. Operation method: Press the button to start recording.
Snap Shot Photo mode Enables photo shooting. It is suitable for recording in most conditions. Operation method: Press the button for photo. Loop recording mode Loop recording refers to recording independent video segments in the unit of 2 minutes. The camera is only capable of saving a video of 60 minutes once maximally. If the recording at a time exceeds 60 minutes, the new video will automatically cover the earliest record in the folder in the unit of 2 minutes.
High-speed movie mode The product shoots ultra-high speed movies, and plays back with normal 30fps speed. Operation method: Press the button to start recording. Press the button again to stop recording. Sound cannot be recorded in this mode. Burst mode Enables ten photos to be captured continuously before auto pause. Operation method: Press the button; it will stop after 10 photos are taken.
Introducing the Menu 1. In the main interface, press the / / button to enter the sub-menu interface. There are three items: Every Shooting Mode Settings ( ), General Settings, Remote Pair Settings. Press the or button to select the item, and press the / / / button to enter the corresponding advanced setting interface. The sub-menu interface 2.
Every Shooting Mode Settings / / / / / ) The advanced Setting in every shooting mode The sub-menu interface Movie Settings Loop Recording Settings Time-lapse movie Settings High-speed Movie Settings Snap Shot Photo Settings Burst Settings The advanced Setting interface 22
Take the recording setting menu as an example; the setting operating manners of other shooting modes are the same as that of the recording setting menu.
Display mode Set image storage form.
Movie size Set video resolution.
Field of view Field of view means the image receiving angle for the product. There are 3 options: • Ultra Wide • Middle • Narrow FOV Ultra Wide Middle FOV Narrow 4K Ultra Wide FHD Ultra Wide HD Middle FWVGA Narrow / / Notes: 1. This function can be set only under front mode. 2. This function can be set only under the recording, loop recording and motion detection recording modes. 3. When is set, the visual angle can only be set as .
Time-lapse movie Set interval recording time. There are 6 options: 1 second • • 2 seconds • 5 seconds • 10 seconds • 30 seconds • 60 seconds Motion detection Motion detection means that if the product detects moving objects entering into the view, it will automatically start recording. During the recording process, if there is no moving object detected for 10 continuous seconds, the recording will pause automatically.
Night view When shooting at night or in the dark, enabling this function may enhance image brightness. There are 2 options: • Enable • Off Note while using this function: When in a bright environment, the image may be too bright. Frame drop may occur. It is recommended to use a tripod to avoid blurred images. White balance White balance means that the user adjusts the color temperature under different light sources to ensure that the colors are reproduced correctly.
General Settings Sub-menu Advanced setting Selectable items 29
Volume Set the volume of the product. There are 2 options: • Enable • Off Power off When this function is enabled, if there are no actions taken within a set time frame (except while recording or connected to Wi-Fi), the product will automatically shut down. There are 2 options: • 3 minutes • Off USB connection mode The mode of connecting the Micro USB wire to the computer is set. If there is need to read or save videos, please select "Mass Storage".
Format Format can clear all data stored in the memory card. There are 2 options: • Confirm • If select , press the Cancel button to start formatting, and return to the advanced Setting interface after finishing. Reset settings Reset settings can recover all product settings to the factory defaults (except for date and time). There are 2 options: • Confirm • If select , press the Cancel button to start resetting, and return to the advanced Setting interface after finishing.
Remote Control A remote control can be used for remotely controlling the camera at a long distance. The remote control is optional. If you need one, contact the local retailer to buy or access http://kodakpixpro.com for details of customer service. You can wear the remote control on your wrist to perform long-distance control on the camera by operating the remote controller. Remote Control Appearance 1. Signal indicator lamp 2. 7 6 5 1 2 3 4 Signal test button 3. Shooting mode switch 8 4.
Installing the Battery: Open the battery cover plate with the included accessories tool in a counter clockwise direction. Insert the battery with the anode facing upward. Replace cover plate over battery and turn clockwise to lock into place. Positive CR2450 Negative How to Use: 1. Pair the camera and remote control 1.1. Method of one remote control for one camera: Press the button in the main interface of the camera, select confirmation interface, and then select and press the , press the button.
Press and hold the and buttons on the remote control simultaneously until pairing is successful. While pairing, the remote control shall be closer to the camera. 1.2.
Repeat the above setup for each camera. Press and hold the and buttons on the remote control at the same time until pairing is successful. While pairing, the remote control shall be closer to the camera. For the successfully paired cameras, it is recommended to remove the battery (it will disconnect unless you reset the camera or shut it down in the "Remote Off" interface, otherwise it will not disconnect) to prevent the successfully paired camera from malfunctioning during the pairing process. 2.
When appears on the interface, indicates that the camera is out of control of the remote control at the moment. indicates that the remote control is under the control of one camera at the moment. indicates that one remote control controls multiple cameras at this time. It indicates that the camera has been set at this channel. In case of successful pairing between the camera and the remote control (the camera is capable of memorizing the remote control paired successfully last time): 1.
Precautions: : 1. If the Wi-Fi (NFC), HDMI connection or computer connection of the camera are already enabled, the remote control function is unavailable. 2. When only one camera needs to be controlled, the “Multi Control” is not recommended. When using "Multi Control", the effective working distance of the remote control may be shortened. 3. The remote control operates at band 2.4GHz.
Using Interfacing Micro USB interface Charging 14 Using an external power supply In case of low battery power, or when a long-term power supply is needed, an external power supply (AC adapter, vehicle power supply, portable power supply or other power unit) can be used instead of a battery. At this time, the setting of functions, photography, and other operations can be performed. When powered on, use the Micro USB cable to connect the camera to an external power supply.
The folder structure of a microSD card on which this unit has performed recording is as follows. SP360 4K Example folder structure of a microSD card: ● Folder numbers range from 100 to 999. Four or eight alphabetic characters after a three-digit number indicate the file type. DCIM A. Still pictures in JPEG format (Each folder stores a maximum of 999 still pictures) B~M. Movie files in MP4 format (Each folder stores a maximum of 99 files) ([101_0001.MP4] etc.) B.
Webcam Connect the camera and computer via a Micro USB cable and use the camera as a Webcam. 1. Download the drivers for the app “PIXPRO SP360 4K UVC” from the official website and install it onto the computer as prompted on the screen. Americas Europe http://kodakpixpro.com/Americas/ support/downloads.php 2. Set the USB connection method as http://kodakpixpro.com/Europe/ support/downloads.php from the camera menu. 3. Connect the computer (turned on) and camera (turned on) via a Micro USB cable.
5. Change the desired settings and click on “OK” to exit. If you choose a resolution of 1280×720, the image will be displayed at an aspect ratio of 16:9. In the image position adjustment menu list, O stands for available, and X for unavailable. 360 Horizontal Vertical Zoom ○ × × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 16:9 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ × × × This function supports Windows 7 and higher OS. (Graphics GPU must support Direct3D 10.) Applicable video software: Skype™.
Micro HDMI interface The television (on) up to the HDMI standard and the camera (on) are connected by use of a Micro HDMI wire (bought independently). After the connection succeeds, the documents in the memory cards of the camera are displayed on the television, while is displayed on the camera. The shooting and playback functions can be realized by use of the camera: 1. Press the 2. Press the 3. Press the button to switch between the video playback mode, the photo playback mode and the shooting mode.
The playback function can be realized by use of the television remote control: 1. Press the left and right keys to switch the documents. 2. Press to switch the video document and the photo 3. Press to hide or display the screen information. . 4. For browsing the video document, press the central key to start playing, press the left key to fast reverse, press the right key to fast forward, and press the central key again to pause playing. 5. Press to delete the current document and select 6.
Wi-Fi Mode Download and Install App ●Smart Device: Download the App installation package (App name: PIXPRO SP360 4K) to your smart device from the path below, and install it by following the instructions on the interface. For Android devices, search and download the App "PIXPRO SP360 4K" in Google play, and install it by following the instructions on the interface. For iOS devices, search and download the App "PIXPRO SP360 4K" in App Store, and install it by following the instructions on the interface.
Connect camera to smart device (or PC) with Wi-Fi. Operation method: 1. Camera: Check SSID (Service Set Identifier) (PIXPRO-SP360-4K_XXXX) and password (initial password: 12345678) indicated on the label in the battery compartment of the camera. Press the button to enable Wi-Fi mode. The camera will enter 2. Smart Device or PC: Enable Wi-Fi mode, it will automatically search the nearby Wi-Fi hotspots. Select the one with the same SSID (PIXPRO-SP360-4K_XXXX) and input the password.
If the Wi-Fi connection is cut off while recording, the camera will continue to record and enter the connectionless recording interface. When displays in the interface, press the button, and press the or button to select , and then press the button to exit the Wi-Fi connection.
Connect camera to smart device with NFC 1. Enable NFC mode on your smart device. 2. Use your smart device to lightly touch the NFC mark on the camera. If the smart device has a prompt tone or vibration, it means the connection is successful. 3. The App will open automatically on your smart device. The NFC feature will only be available when your smart device's screen is unlocked.
Appendices Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Image Sensor Lens Anti-Handshake Type 1/2.3" BIS CMOS Effective Pixels 12.40 Megapixels Total Pixels 12.76 Megapixels Focal Length 0.85mm Equivalent to 35mm film 8.2mm F Number F2.8 Lens Construction 7 groups 9 elements Optical Zoom Fix Focus Field of View Max.
File Format Photo Exif 2.3 (JPEG) Movie MP4 [Image: H.264; Audio: AAC(Stereo)] Modes Movie, Snap Shot Photo, Loop Recording, Time-lapse movie, Burst, High-speed Movie Splash proof Equivalent to JIS/IEC IPX5 (Body) Shockproof Up to 2m (with lens cover) Dustproof Equivalent to JIS/IEC (IP6X) Freeze-proofing -10°C LCD 1.
Power Rechargeable Li-ion Battery LB-080, 3.6V 1250mAh, In-Camera Charging Shooting Capability (Battery Performance) Approx. 160 shots (Based on CIPA Standards) (Wi-Fi on) Approx. 55 minutes for Video (@3840×2160/30fps) (Wi-Fi on) Operation Environment Temperature: -10 ~ 40°C, Humidity: 0 ~ 90% Dimensions (W×H×D) Approx.48.0×50.0×52.5 mm (Without lens cover) (Based on CIPA Standards) Weight Approx. 102g (Only body) Approx.
Prompts and Warning Messages Message Description There are too many files, which may cause a delay to power on. hen pressing the W button for shooting, the memory card cannot be accessed because there are too many folders. No memory card is detected in the camera. When turning on the product or pressing the memory card is out of capacity. Processing mode After copying the files to the computer, choose to delete or format. Insert the memory card.
Message Description Processing mode The camera is set as "Mass Storage", connecting to the computer USB. User should do nothing. The camera is set as "Web Cam", connecting to the computer USB. User should do nothing. Connecting to the HDMI device. User should do nothing. A warning for low battery before shutting down automatically. The firmware cannot be updated when power is insufficient. Charge or replace with a new battery. Updating firmware. User should do nothing.
Trouble Shooting Problem Product does not turn on Possible causes The battery has been depleted. Solution Charge the battery. The battery is installed incorrectly. Please follow the charging instructions in the manual to install the battery. Blurred images There is dirt on the lens or the lens cover. Clean with a clean, lint-free dry cloth. Failed to connect Wi-Fi Wrong password entered. Please re-enter the password.
Special Accessories There are different options of SP360 4K accessories available. Accessory bundles vary per retailer. To purchase additional accessories separately, please contact your local retailer customer service support, or visit http://kodakpixpro.com for more customer service details.
Standard Housing: For use with other accessories when waterproofing is not required Installation method: 1. The standard housing is pulled open from the bottom and then sleeves the camera. 2. Install the holder on the accessories, and use the setscrew to tighten. 3. Use the accessories tool to tighten the setscrew.
Waterproof Housing: F or use with other accessories underwater, in rain, on the seashore, or in other circumstances where waterproofing is required Installation method: 1. Remove the camera's lens cover, place the camera and anti-fog inserts into the waterproof housing. 2. Press the lock downward until it locks tightly. Install the waterproof housing on the other accessories, and use the set screw to tighten.
Flat Adhesive Mount: F or tacking onto a skateboard or other flat objects Curved Adhesive Mount: For tacking onto a helmet or other curved objects Installation method: There are two types of adhesive mounts: flat and curved. You may select based on the shape of the object to be used. Both types can be assembled in the same way: 1. Assemble the standard housing (or the waterproof housing) ( 55/56). 2.
Bar Mount: For mounting on bicycle handlebars, sailing masts, and other tube-like objects Installation method: 1. Set the bar clamp to the handlebar and rotate the screws to tighten. 2. Assemble the standard housing (or the waterproof housing) ( 55/56). 3. Assemble the standard housing (or the waterproof housing) and bar clamp in accordance with the direction illustrated in the picture, and use the setscrew to tighten.
Suction Cup Mount: For attachment to automotive windshields (or smooth surfaces) Installation method: 1. Assemble the standard housing (or the waterproof housing) ( 55/56). 2. Assemble the standard housing (or the waterproof housing), the adapter, pretightening nut and suction mount in accordance with the direction illustrated in the picture, and tighten the pre-tightening nut. Adapter 3. Clean the suction mount and the windshield before attaching the suction cup to the windshield.
Vented Helmet Strap Mount-A: For mounting on hollow objects like bicycle helmets Installation method: 1. Align the locator pole on the mount to the locator hole on the camera, and align the screw on the mount to the camera's tripod socket. Turn the screw with a coin or similar shape object to tighten. 2. Spread out the band before threading both ends into the helmet. Thread both ends of the band into the buckle, and then press down on the buckle clamp.
Vented Helmet Strap Mount-B: For mounting on hollow objects like bicycle helmets Installation method: 1. Align the mount’s locator hole with the camera's locator hole and align the screw on the mount with the camera's tripod socket. Turn the thumbscrew to tighten. 2. Spread out the band before threading both ends into the helmet. Thread both ends of the band into the buckle, and then press down on the buckle clamp.
Head Strap Mount: For wearing on one’s head Installation method: 1. Assemble the standard housing (or the waterproof housing) ( 55/56). 2. Insert the base of the standard housing (or the waterproof housing) to the mount before using the setscrew to tighten. 3. Place the band around your head and tighten appropriately.
Surfboard Adhesive Mount: To be tacked onto watersports equipment like surf boards Plane Support (Large) Plane Support (Small) Installation method: 1. Assemble the waterproof housing ( 56). 2. Assemble the waterproof housing and plane support (large) in accordance with the direction illustrated in the picture, and tighten the setscrew. 3. Tie one end of the rope to the plane support (small), and the other end to the waterproof housing. 4.
Quick Clip: suitable to be clipped on a belt or harness Installation method: 1. Align the locator pole on the quick cip to the locator hole on the camera, and align the screw of the quick clip to the camera tripod-mounting hole, and screw it in to tighten. 2. Clip the clip onto a belt.
L-type Bracket Adhesive Mount : suitable for sticking on the curved surfaces such as non-porous helmets (with lens upward) Installation method: 1. Align the screws on the fixed seat with the mounting holes of the camera tripod, and tighten them. 2. Stick the double-sided adhesive at the bottom of the fixed seat to the objects to be used.
L-type Bracket Mount : it is used in conjunction with L-type Helmet Adhesive Mount (with lens forward) Installation method: 1. Align the screws on the mount with the mounting hole of the camera tripod, and rotate the screws for fixation using a tool like coins. 2. Assembled into L-type helmet adhesive mount as shown in figure, and tighten the screw. 3. Stick the double-sided adhesive at the bottom of the fixed seat to the objects to be used.
Selfie stick: It needs to be used together with other accessories In use, please put it in your hands or mount it on a fixed tripod. Do not use it when your bike or motorcycle has vibrations, shocks, etc. Installation method: 1. Assemble the standard housing (or the waterproof housing) ( 55/56). 2. Assemble the standard housing (or the waterproof housing) and selfie stick in accordance with the direction indicated in the picture, then tighten the pretightening nut. 3.
Dual Camera Base Mount-A and Remote Control Mount: used together with selfie stick for taking selfies or 360° shooting To synchronise the images obtained with the dual camera base mount, it is necessary to disable the EIS function of the camera before photographing. Otherwise, beautiful images cannot be correctly synchronised. Installation method: 1. Lock one or two SP360 4K cameras on the dual camera base mount. Fasten the clamp, tightly lock the selfie stick and double camera mount with a screw.
2. Install one remote control mount on one side of the handle, put the remote control, which has been matched with SP360 4K camera, on the mount. 3. Tie the rope at the tail end of selfie camera, wrap the rope around your wrist. Draw out the selfie stick to adjust the length.
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