6 Series
Table of Contents en Getting to know your dash cam..................................................................................................... 2 Power button...............................................................................................................................3 Event button................................................................................................................................3 LED indicators...........................................................
Getting to know your dash cam Note: The screenshots and other presentations shown in this manual may differ from the ones generated by the actual product.
Power button en Press and hold for 2 seconds to manually turn the recorder on and off. When the recorder is turned on, press to switch the LCD screen on and off. Event button Press to manually start an event recording. LED indicators System indicator Glows in green when the recorder is charging. During charging, the LED flashes in green and amber alternately while the recording is in progress. Parking indicator Flashes in red when Parking recording is in progress.
Setting up the device Using your recorder in a vehicle Note: To ensure the highest quality recordings you are advised to place the recorder near the rear view mirror. Select an appropriate location for mounting the device in a vehicle. Never place the device where the driver’s field of vision is blocked. If the car’s windscreen is tinted with a reflective coating it may be athermic and impact the GPS reception. In this instance please mount your device where there is a “clear area.
2. Mount the rear camera. Before sticking the mounting pad, you are recommended to clean the windscreen with rubbing alcohol. Note: If the adhesion of the adhesive tape does not perform well, replace the tape with a new one. 3. Adjust the lens angle. When adjusting the angle of mounting make sure that the camera’s view is parallel with the level ground and the ground/sky ratio is close to 6/4.
4. Connect the cables. Route the cables through the top ceiling and the A-pillar so that it does not interfere with driving. Make sure that the cable installation does not interfere with the vehicle's airbags or other safety features. Recorder Y-cable 7-metre cable Rear camera Car charger Note: If you only use the recorder (without connecting the rear camera) in your vehicle, simply connect the car charger to the recorder and then plug it to the cigarette lighter.
Inserting a memory card en You must insert a memory card (not supplied) before you can start recording. The recorder supports memory cards with up to 128GB capacity. 1. Hold the card by the edges and gently insert it into the slot with the label facing the rear side of the recorder. 2. To remove a card gently push the top edge of the card inwards to release it and pull it out of the slot. Note: DO NOT apply pressure to the centre of the memory card.
Connecting to your computer en You can connect the recorder to your computer to access data on the memory card. Follow the instruction below to connect the recorder to the computer via the USB cable (not supplied).
Operating basics en Turning the recorder on Complete the installation according to the instructions in the “Using your recorder in a vehicle” section. Once the vehicle engine is started the recorder automatically turns on. Restarting the recorder Occasionally you may need to perform a hardware reset when the recorder stops responding or if it appears to be “frozen” or unresponsive.
Function keys en The device provides four function keys to control the corresponding icons displayed on the LCD screen. The key’s function may vary on different screens. Example 1. Recording screen Opens the Menu screen Enters Parking mode Adds a custom safety (speed) camera Takes a photo Example 2.
Switching screens en Once you connect the rear camera and start recording, the screen displays the PIP (picturein-picture) mode. You can switch the front and rear camera images by pressing . Note: The video files recorded by the front and rear cameras will be saved separately in the corresponding folders of the memory card. Setting the date and time To make sure that the date and time of your recordings are correct, check the settings before you begin recording. 1. Press to access the Settings Menu.
Recording in driving mode en Continuous recording By default the system will automatically begin with continuous recording in a few seconds after start up. The recording may be divided into several video clips; recording will not stop between video clips. When continuous recording is in progress you can manually stop recording by pressing . to return to the recording screen; the system will start continuous recording Press automatically.
> System > Storage Allocation to set a proper allocation for parking recording. Changing the allocation will erase the memory card so save any videos or photos to your computer first. When the Parking mode detection is enabled the system will enter Parking mode when you: - disconnect the device's power (e.g.
Playback mode en To select a video or photo for playback: 1. Press > File Playback. 2. Select the desired type: Video, Event, Parking and Photo. 3. Press / playback. to select the desired file from the list and then press to start 4. During playback, you can: While playing videos, press While viewing photos, press Press Press / to play the previous/next video. / to display the previous/next photo. to return to the list.
Safety camera alerts en Caution: For legal reasons the safety camera function is not available in all countries. You can receive alerts to warn you about the locations of safety (speed) cameras which will enable you to monitor your speed through these areas. When a safety camera appears and is positioned in the detectable direction you will receive alerts. The screen will display the visual alert* and you will also receive audio warnings (Beep, Voice, or Mute).
Adding a safety camera en Note: You can add a custom safety camera only when a GPS fix is established. Your recorder allows you to customise the safety camera database. You can add up to 100 custom safety cameras in your recorder. Follow the steps to configure a custom safety camera: 1. To add a custom safety camera in the current location press screen. on the recording 2. The next time when you pass by the location you will receive alerts by the recorder. 3.
System settings To customise the system settings press en . Note: Depending on your MiVue model, certain setting options may not be available. File Playback Plays the recorded videos and photos. Camera Press to enter Camera mode. Sound Recording Sets if you want to include sounds in the recordings. The default setting is On. Driving Safety The recorder provides advanced driving safety functions to make your driving safer.
- Eco Drive Indicator: The default setting is Off. Once enabled, the system will display the Eco drive indicator on the screen. The colour of the indicator will change (red, yellow or green) depending on your driving status to remind you to drive more efficiently. SafetyCam Sets how you want to be notified of safety cameras. The available settings include: - Alert Sound: The options are Beep, Voice and Mute. - Alert Distance: The options are Short, Medium and Long.
Video Recording Changes the settings of recording, including: - Video Clip Length: Sets the length of each video clip for a continuous recording (1 min, 3 min or 5 min). - EV: Sets the proper exposure level (-1 ~ +1) to adjust the brightness of the image. The default setting is 0. - G-Sensor Sensitivity: Sets the sensitivity level (6 levels, from Low to High) of the G sensor that allows automatic triggering of the event recording while continuous recording is in progress.
Format Formats a memory card. (All data will be erased.
MiVue Manager en MiVue Manager™ is a tool for you to view the videos recorded on a recorder. Note: Not all features are available for every model. Installing MiVue Manager Download MiVue Manager from the Support page of our website (www.mio.com/support) and follow the on-screen prompts to install it. Make sure to download the correct software version (Windows or Mac) according to your computer's operating system. Playing the recording files 1.
4. The playback controls are described as follows: 1 2 3 4 5 en 6 7 4-1. Skips to the previous / next file on the list. 4-2. Starts or pauses the playback. 4-3. Changes the playback speed to 1/4x, 1/2x, 1x (default), 1.5x, or 2x. 4-4. Mutes or unmutes the volume. 4-5. Adjusts the volume level. 4-6. Plays the video in full screen. 4-7. Displays the playback progress. You can click on a point along the track bar to move directly to a different location for the playback. 5.
6-2. Previews and prints the current video image. 6-3. Saves the selected files to the specified location on your computer. 6-4. Captures and saves the current video image to the specified location on your computer. 6-5. Opens the Settings Menu. The Settings items are described as follows: - Change Language: Sets the display language of MiVue Manager. - Change Skin: Sets the colour scheme of MiVue Manager. - Check for Update: Checks if there is any new version of MiVue Manager.
For more information Caring for your device Taking good care of your device will ensure trouble-free operation and reduce the risk of damage. Keep your device away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Avoid exposing your device to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. Do not place anything on top of your device or drop objects on your device. Do not drop your device or subject it to severe shock.
Precautions and notices en For your own safety do not operate the controls of the product while driving. A window mount is needed when using the recorder in a car. Make sure that you place the recorder in an appropriate place, so as not to obstruct the driver’s view or deployment of airbags. Make sure that no object is blocking the camera lens and no reflective material is placed near the lens. Please keep the lens clean.
About the battery CAUTION! This unit contains a non-replaceable internal Lithium Ion battery. The battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. To reduce the risk of fire or burns do not disassemble, crush, puncture or dispose of in fire or water. Use a specified battery in the equipment. Important instructions (for service personnel only) Caution! Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Regulatory information en For regulatory identification purposes, Mio™ MiVue™ 6 Series is assigned a model number of N489. Products with the CE marking comply with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC) - issued by the Commission of the European Community.
WEEE This product must not be disposed of as normal household waste, in accordance with the EU directive for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE – 2002/96/EC). Instead, it should be disposed of by returning it to the point of sale, or to a municipal recycling collection point.
Revision: R00 (10/2015) Disclaimer Specifications and documents are subject to change without notice. MiTAC does not warrant this document is error-free. MiTAC assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the device and the documents. Notes Not all models are available in all regions. Depending upon the specific model purchased, the colour and look of your device and accessories may not exactly match the graphics shown in this document.
