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AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 1 Oregon Scientific ATC-2K Dear customer, Thank you for choosing the Oregon Scientific ATC-2K. Designed and engineered with extreme precision, the Oregon Scientific ATC-2K allows you to record cool action movie footage. We recommend parents help their children with their Oregon Scientific ATC-2K. This manual is designed using technical information to allow you to achieve the best results.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 2 I) Camera Precautions Notice the following guidelines when using your camera. • ATC-2K is not shock-proof. You should avoid dropping it. • For your safety, do not press the buttons on the camera during sports activities. • Do not place the camera in a damp or dusty location for extended periods of time. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 3 II) Technical Specifications Step 2: Add one extra o-ring for more protection. Add one extra o-ring for more protection, follow the same instruction as Step 1. • Sensor resolution 640x480 VGA CMOS sensor • Built-in memory 32MB • SD memory card drive supports cards of up to 2GB (Not included) • Movie storage: 640 x 480 pixels (30* or 15 frames per second) Step 3: Replace the cover.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 4 III) Computer System Requirements Minimum System Requirements • Pentium III 800 MHz or higher • Windows XP, Windows 2000 • 128 MB RAM • 800 MB Free hard disk space • SVGA 800 x 600 resolution video support (32 bit) • 16 bit Windows compatible sound device * In some cases, the frame rate may be automatically reduced to maximize the memory usage. 5 IV) Camera Description 1. Lens 2. Camera grip 3. Screw 4. Nut 5. Handlebar grip 6. Helmet grip 7. O-ring 8.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 17. LCD display 18. ON/OFF & Enter button 19. Movie shutter button 20. Menu button 21. Microphone 22. Mini-USB port 23. AV port 24. SD card slot 25. SD card (not included) 26. Battery door 27. Batteries (not included) 7 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 5 V) Camera Mounting Description The camera can be mounted in a number of ways using the straps and the Velcro patch provided. Please follow the methods of mounting as suggested below: Turn it clockwise to unscrew.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 6 Mounting the camera using the velcro strap: 1. Attach the rubberized patch to the bottom of the helmet grip. 2+3. Place the helmet grip on the helmet, and thread the velcro strap through the helmet grip. 4. Secure the velcro strap by fastening it through the helmet vents. 5. Slide the camera into the helmet grip, and adjust the angle of the camera making sure it's tight. #1 #3 #4 VI) Quick Start #2 #5 Mounting the camera using the handlebar grip: 1.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 7 d) Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. e) Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged. f) Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the camera before being charged. g) Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision. h) Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the camera.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 8 d. The card and the data may be damaged if the SD card is inserted or removed while the camera is still on. Taking Video Footage 1. Aim at the subject you want to shoot. 2. Press the 'Movie shutter button' to start recording (one beeping sound). The time elapsed will be shown on the LCD display. 3. Press the 'Movie shutter button' again to stop recording (two beeping sounds).
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 9 5. The different mode icons are shown in the table below.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 Item 2/2/07 6:14 PM Page 10 Picture size VGA fps 30 640 X 480 pixel VGA 15 QVGA 30 320 X 240 pixel 15 QVGA 30 QQVGA 160 X 120 pixel QQVGA 17 Sound Recording When the sound icon is flashing, the “ON” will be shown on screen. “ON” means recording sound during filming. Press the 'Movie shutter button' (one beeping sound) to switch to “OFF” which means no recording sound. After “OFF”, it will loop back to “ON” after pressing "Movie shutter button" again.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:15 PM Page 11 Delete All Video Footage To delete all video footage stored in your camera, press the Menu button until the LCD displays . Press the Enter button to confirm. Note: It may take a few minutes to delete multiple files at one time. Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) Shift to the Date icon in the Menu mode by pressing the Menu button repeatedly. When the Date icon is flashing, press the Enter button to change the date and time. Setting the Year 1.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:15 PM Page 12 SD Memory Card In this unit, you can use SD Memory Cards which have storage capacity of between 8MB to 2GB. To use a SD memory card, turn off the ATC-2K and insert the SD memory card. When the camera is turned on again the SD card icon will be displayed on the LCD. The remaining time will also be displayed on the LCD. All the new captured video footage will be saved onto the SD card. Note: 1.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:15 PM Page 13 VIII) Connecting to PC You can acquire recorded video footage from a PC by connecting the ATC-2K to the PC. Connect your camera to your PC using the USB cable. This enables you to download your video footage to your PC. 1. Turn on the ATC-2K. 2. Connect the ATC-2K to a PC via the USB cable. 3. “PC” appears on the ATC-2K screen, which means ATC-2K is connected to your PC. 4. The ATC-2K drive appears in the [My Computer] folder.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:15 PM Page 14 ATC-2K Website Please use the link below to check for the latest information. http://www.oregonscientific.com/atc2k/us X) Troubleshooting Before contacting an authorized service center at 0871 222 1966 or sending an email to atc@oregonscientific.com. Please carry out the following simple checks as they may save you the time of an unnecessary service call.
AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:15 PM Page 15 Further Help We make every effort to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the information provided on our products. However, errors can sometimes occur. We believe it is important for us to stand behind our products and we encourage you to email us at atc@oregonscientific.com, or call our Customer Service Department at 0871 222 1966 with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. Our service representatives will be happy to help you.
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AT18_manual_UK_31Jan2007 2/2/07 6:15 PM Page 17 Oregon Scientific (UK) Ltd. Unit 1, Switchback, Gardner Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 7RJ. Hotline number: 0871 222 1966 Email: Technical@oregonuk.com www.oregonscientific.co.uk 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.
