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Using the LAMAX C4 Car Camera
1) Inserting a MicroSDHC Card
Insert or remove the microSDHC card from the card slot only when the
camera is turned off and not connected to a computer or power supply.
2) Power
a) Camera can be powered using a USB cable connected to a computer or
using the car cigarette lighter.
b) Camera is designed to be powered continuously. Built-in battery can-
not be removed or replaced.
c) Integrated battery is primarily for use in parking mode.
3) Turning the Camera On and Off
a) To switch on the camera, press and hold the ON/OFF button for 3-5 se-
conds.
b) Camera automatically turns on when connected to a power supply.
c) To switch off the camera, press and hold the ON/OFF button for 3-5 se-
conds.
d) Camera automatically turns off after disconnecting the power supply.
4) Changing Modes and Menu Navigation
a) Repeatedly tap the “MODE” button to toggle between video/camera/
gallery.
b) Camera menu contains 3 sections – basic camera settings/video confi-
guration/photo settings. To navigate between these, use the “MENU”
button, which also serves to access the menu. Under each section move
vertically using the “UP” and “DOWN” arrow keys and select by pressing
“OK”.
c) To independently change the settings in video/photo mode, you must
access the settings from the relevant mode. Therefore, you can only ac-
cess video settings in video mode and photo settings in photo mode.
d) To go back use the “MENU” button. To completely exit the settings, pre-
ss the “MODE” button.
5) Recording / Taking photos / Gallery
a) To begin recording press the “OK” button. Press it again to stop recor-
ding. The camera must be in record mode.
b) Auto Record – the automatic recording function is always on. Automa-
tic recording starts after connecting the camera to a power supply. If
the car‘s power only starts after the ignition is turned on then the came-
ra will turn on and start recording when the car is started.
c) Auto Stop/Off – the camera automatically stops recording and turns off
after the engine is turned off and the power cut. In some cars the ciga-
rette lighter is powered permanently. In this case, be sure to unplug the
cable from the cigarette lighter.