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SUMMARY PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................................. 5 PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 5 DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................................................
Key tone (alarm buzzer) ................................................................................................................................ 20 Status indicator ................................................................................................................................................ 20 Icon display (subtitles on) .............................................................................................................................. 20 Display standby .................
Precautions for the camera case.................................................................................................................. 34 Precautions for the 3M dual-side foam tape ............................................................................................. 34 INCLUDED IN THE PACK .............................................................................................................................. 34 WARRANTY AND LEGAL NOTES ...............................................
PREFACE Thank you for purchasing an EVO 4K series high definition digital camera(HD), with the following features: • ultra small and compact overall dimensions • user-friendly interfaces • easy to use • hands-free shooting to easily shoot real scenes anywhere at any time • superior recording performance thanks to the dynamic HD shooting technology for an exciting video recording experience. This manual describes how to install and use the EVO 4K video camera.
• One-way USB 2.0 high speed data transmission from the cam to PC. • USB cable for battery charging. • All accessories are easy to use to facilitate shooting in any place and at any time. Supplemented by its accessories, this product is the result of multiple patented technologies and can be used for recording anything, anytime, anywhere.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS EVO 4K camera has the following specifications: • Supplied with a special purpose HD lens that supports 4K, 2.7K,1080P, 960P, and 720P HD video recording. • Takes 16M pictures in 4608×3456 resolution. • Wi-Fi function and other App functions. • 10X digital zoom. • An Exmor R CMOS new generation image sensor with doubled photosensitivity. Perfectly displays image details even in poorly lit rooms. • The 2-inch separable touch screen provides simple and easy system use.
STRUCTURE 1. Wi-Fi key 2. Wi-Fi status led 3. Exposure meter key 4. Recording indicator 5. Charge indicator 6. G-Sensor 7. Video recording key 15 LCD screen 16 Microphone 17 Recording led 18 Charge led 19 Recording led 20 Power led 21 TOUCH screen 8. Power Switch 9. Battery lock release 10. Lens 11. Cooling vent 12. Recording indicators 13. Threaded interface 14.
LCD DISPLAY The symbol that appears on the LCD display is highly intuitive.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHARGE Turn on the video camera and check battery status; if low, charge it. Either a computer USB port of power adapter (not included) can be used to charge it. When EVO 4K is charged in off status, the red status led will flash slowly. When finished charging, the red led will remain on. The charge process inhibits video camera operations.
INSERTING AND REMOVING THE MEMORY CARD The EVO 4K video camera supports TF memory cards with capacity up to 64 GB. Any type of Micro SD card can be used but we recommend high speed cards to optimise performance. • Installation. 1. Make sure the video camera is off. 2 Insert the card in its slot, being careful that it is inserted in the correct direction until a click is heard. • Removal. 1 Turn off the video camera. 2 Press the centre of the back of the card and release it; then remove it.
FRONT SELECTORS AND SETTINGS MENU Some selectors are located on the front of the video camera. EXPOSURE MODE SELECTOR According to need and lighting conditions, the video camera exposure meter can be set to SPOT mode. This mode is used to adjust the amount of light according to a well-defined central point. Two different exposure meter management modes are included: Central Area: set this parameter in order to improve the central dark area, if the central area is dark but the surrounding area is bright.
OPERATIONS WITHOUT TFT SCREEN When the camera is on, hold down the "Video Recording" key for about 3 s to open the mode selection function; the full-screen function icons can be viewed as thumbnails, keys and icons at this time are described as follows: 1) Open menu items or confirm 2) Go back to previous option/Exit 3) Go to next option Video recording Single shot mode Video only mode Fast shot mode Voice recording Photo timer mode Timelapse mode Menu settings Video timer mode LEGENDA Following a
Displayed in small letters at the bottom left, it indicates the memory available space for videos. Displayed in small letters at the bottom left, it 5307 Residual capacity indicates the memory available space for pictures A series of symbols are also displayed on the TFT screen at the same time; some similar to those already seen, others more specific.
Once the required option is selected, two arrows appear on the right of the screen to let you explore all menu options. Once the various menus are opened, touch the symbol, the same one you touched to open the menu, at the top left to go back to the previous menu.
VIDEO PARAMETERS SETTING The EVO 4K must be in video mode to set video settings; an icon this is not the case, touch the video shutter key Symbol to select on the screen appears at the top left, if on the front. . USING MODE SETTING Icon It allows to select the using mode of EVO 4K video camera. The choices are: • Video • Video without audio • Audio • Time Lapse The intervals available in seconds are: 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30, off.
VIDEO RESOLUTION SETTING Icon It allows to select the desired resolution for the video recording. The choices for the video resolution are the following: Resolutions PAL system NTSC system 4K Cinema (17:9) 4096 x 2160 12 fps (17:9) 4096 x 2160 12 fps 4K (16:9) 3840 x 2160 12.5 fps 15 fps 2.7K Cinema (17:9) 2704 x 1440 24 fps 2704 x 1440 24 fps 2.
0° ROTATION Icon This function rotates the display and camera menu 180° The bit rate choices available are: • On, Off. This function is disabled in 4K, 2.7K, 1080P 48f/50f/60f and 720P 100f/120f modes. DISPLAY DATE/TIME IN VIDEOS Icon This function records automatically the date and time during the video recording and displays them in a video in the bottom right corner of the screen. This function is not available with 1080P 50f/60f, 720P 100f/120f video resolution.
CAMERA SETTING PARAMETERS The EVO 4K must be in video mode to set video settings; an icon this is not the case, touch the shutter key Symbol to select on the screen appears at the top left, if on the top. . ACQUISITION MODE Icon Lets you set photo shooting mode. The choices are: • Single shot • Multiple shot The choices available are: 3, 6, 10 shots per second. • Self timer The choices available are: 3, 5, 10-second delay. Press the Photo key to start the reverse counting timer.
SYSTEM PARAMETERS SETTING The cam can be in either video or photo mode to set system settings. Symbol to select on the screen . KEY TONE (ALARM BUZZER) Icon Set this function to enable the tick tone. The choices available are: Off, 50%, 100%. STATUS INDICATOR Icon It allows you to turn off the frontal status led. The choices available are: • On, 2 (only 1 frontal led and 1 top led on), Off.
TV OUTPUT Icon It sets the output format for a TV connection. The purpose of this setting is to ensure that video recording frame speed complies with the TV reproduction format. The choices available are: • Ntsc, Pal. WARNING: format choice in many types of recordings also influences the number of frames per second used (see video resolution settings). LANGUAGE Icon Lets you select the standard language.
STARTING STEPS Before using your EVO 4K: • Make sure that the battery is full. If the level is low, connect the video camera to a computer using the supplied USB cable to charge the battery. The mini red led slowly flashes when charging. When battery is fully charged the red led stays on and the battery icon will appear from the TFT screen. • Format the micro SD memory card (as described in System Parameters Setting paragraph). • Set data and time (as described in System parameters setting paragraph).
restores to the preview state. In cyclic recording mode, the system automatically saves a file every 15 minutes. (The cyclic recording function and the pre-video function cannot be simultaneously enabled). RECORDING A VIDEO IN TIME LAPSE MODE In the preview state press the Record key, on the front of the camera, to start video recording without audio. The video recording duration is displayed in the upper right part of the TFT screen.
To view a file, proceed as follows: 1. Key will appear 2. You can find three icons on the right side of the screen. 3. Press the key in sequence to enable view mode: Video only, photo only, video and photo. PLAYING A VIDEO OR PHOTO FILE Display all thumbnails, touch the desired file to select and play it. Touch to return to the viewing menu.
DELETING, PROTECTING AND AUTOMATICALLY PLAYING A FILE In playback mode, you can delete, protect and automatically play a file. 1 Key will appear 2 Select a video or photo to be deleted 3 Select the icon at the top right and select the bin symbol 4. Select the desired item from: • Delete single • Delete all 5. Confirm each request. The option acts according to the displaying mode.
OUTPUT INTERFACES EVO 4K photo camera has 1 audio video output interface: • Hdmi and one data files output: • Usb HDMI VIDEO OUT You can connect the photo camera to a video input, through the Hdmi output, by using a specific cable (not supplied). In the meanwhile the video camera can work normally. The display or the TV, connected to the video camera, works exactly like the TFT display of the video camera. In this way you can see photos or videos in playback mode, or adjust the setting parameters.
USB OUTPUT The USB connection allows to : • • Give power supply to the EVO 4K video camera with a USB cable. Connect the EVO 4K video camera to a computer in order to read the data in the memory and Micro SD card. The icon of USB connection is displayed on the LCD screen and the green indicator blinks slowly. Incorrect USB cable removal could cause EVO 4K video camera malfunctions. After rebooting, the EVO 4K video camera returns to normal conditions.
WI-FI CONNECTION Thanks to the built-in Wi-Fi module, EVO 4K can be connected to Apple or Android Smartphones and Tablets and remotely controlled. Just download the free EVO 4K App to connect the device in Wi-Fi. CONNECTING THE PHONE AND VIDEO CAMERA • • • • • Switch the Wi-Fi selector on the front of the video camera ON; the blue status led will start to flash and the Wi-Fi signal icon is displayed at the top left corner of the TFT screen. Wait until the blue led starts to flash slowly.
Video recording To start recording, press the central green key. Icon meanings are highly selfexplanatory, starting from the top left in clockwise order: 1) Wi-Fi on 2) Battery level 3) Exit screen 4) Settings 5) Video mode on 6) Recording 7) Switch to view mode 8) Set video settings The mobile device must be used within max. 100 metres from the video camera and without obstacles. Real-time preview is not available for 4K, 1080P 48fps/50fps/60fps and 720P 100fps/120fps video recording.
Click on the gear at the bottom right to open the cam settings menu. Most parameters can be set and some operations run from this menu for correct cam operations. 4K function cannot be set via APP. This function can only be set using camera settings. Photo functions are only available when in photo mode just as video functions are only available in video mode.
File preview mode (Playback) The image is immediately displayed when From the main menu, press to open the preview is selected. file preview menu. Alternatively, the same menu can be opened from the home screen by selecting My Album. If the selector is positioned on cam (left) the user can either view a photo or video or download it to smartphone or tablet.
Move the selector to the right to smartphone opens the photo and video gallery device to open the downloaded photo and video gallery. Touching the icon depicting the photo album For best recorded photo and video viewing, we recommend using the player specific to the tablet or smartphone used. CHANGE WI-FI CONNECTION NAME AND PASSWORD Change name and connection • Connect the photo camera (with MicroSD card inserted) to the computer and turn on the photo camera.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wide angle Shutter opening Digital zoom Pixel Video recording format Audio recording format Photo format Wi-Fi coverage 160° f/2.7 10X 16 million MP4 WAV JPG (JPEG) about 100 metres (Max.) Memory device Battery capacity Up to 64 GB on external Micro SD card 1500mAh Charge time Maximum video recording time Maximum audio recording time TFT Display LEDs Supported Operating System: Storage temperature Working temperature Dimensions Weight With USB cable, about 3.
PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS FOR THE CAMERA CASE The waterproof case is a precision component. Please use the following precautions: • Do not randomly dismount and mount the O-ring of the case, keys and lens cover, otherwise the waterproof performance deteriorates. • Do not put the case in a place where it is exposed to corrosive acid or alkaline gases and keep it away from chemical or corrosive substances.
The articles included in the pack are the following: 1 EVO 4K 1 TFT display 2 built-in batteries 1 waterproof case 1 interchangeable backs 1 USB cable 1 90 degree bracket 1 humidity proof lense 1 flat accessory 1 curve accessory 1 supporting bracket 2 lanyards 35
WARRANTY AND LEGAL NOTES EVO 4K is equipped with a rechargeable lithium ion polymer battery. To reduce the risk of fire, please do not tamper with it and avoid falls, contact with water and fire To avoid personal injury, electric shock, fire or damage to various parts of the product, please follow the following instructions: Do not immerse the product in water without its waterproof case. Personal Safety Do not disassemble, repair, alter or modify the O-ring on any part of the product.
With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources used in the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment, minimize use of landfills for product disposal and improve quality of life by preventing the release into the environment of potentially dangerous substances. Installing and replacing batteries The product contains a battery that may require replacement during the product’s lifetime.
Brief Declaration of Conformity This device has been tested and found to comply with European Parliament and European Commission Directive 2011/65/EC and 1999/5/EC concerning radio equipment and peripheral devices for telecommunications and their mutual recognition. The declaration of conformity is available in our offices and on-line at: ftp:\\ftp.hellatron.it (username: declaration@hellatron pwd: hellatron).
