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TROUBLESHOOTING

Can’t record or 

take photo

Confirm that the micro SD card is of 

proper class (C6 min.) and has available 

capacity.

Unit doesn’t 

work with my 

SD Card

If the unit does not recognize the card, 

remove the SD card and insert it again. If 

still not recognized, the SD card maybe 

damaged or device does not support this 

type of memory card. Try another memory 

card. (SanDisk recommended)

“files error” 

appears during 

replay

Uncompleted files due to micro SD card 

storage error. Reformat or replace card.

Video or Photo 

unclear

Check lens for fingerprints, protective film 

or other obstruction. Use a soft cloth to 

clean lens.

Black image 

when recording 

sky or water 

scene

Scenes with large contrast can influence 

the automatic exposure function of the 

unit. Adjust Exposure setting in the Global 

menu settings        to correct image.

Cross stripe 

interference in 

image

This is caused by incorrect “Light 

Frequency“ setting. Check setting for 

50Hz or 60Hz in MENU Settings.

Summary of Contents for D16VRS

Page 1: ...D16VRS User Guide AUTOMOTIVE DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER ...

Page 2: ...ED D16VRS USER GUIDE Welcome Thank you for choosing a Whistler product We are dedicated to providing products that represent both quality and value USB CABLE WINDSHIELD BRACKET DC POWER CORD Car Charger MICRO SD CARD ...

Page 3: ...t Button 6 Microphone 7 Mini HDMI Jack 8 Bracket Mount 9 USB Jack 10 OK Button 11 Mode Button 12 Lock Button 13 Power Button 14 Micro SD Card slot 15 UP Button 16 Menu Button 17 Down Button 14 15 1 2 3 4 9 8 5 6 16 10 11 12 7 13 17 PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Features ...

Page 4: ... Reset Button Using a small pin push in to reset the device 6 Microphone Audio receiver for video recording 7 Mini HDMI Jack Provides connection to a HDMI monitor 8 Bracket Mount windshield bracket attachment 9 USB Jack Allows PC interface to access microSD card PC camera and charge the battery 10 OK Record Button Press to start recording Press again to stop In menu selects highlighted items FEATU...

Page 5: ...y pressed during operation to temporarily put display into screen saver 14 MicroSD Card Slot Slot for memory card 15 UP Button Press UP to zoom in In Menu allows scrolling of menu items 16 MENU Button Press button to display menu settings 17 Down Mute Button Press DOWN to zoom out In Menu allows scrolling of menu items When zoomed out mutes audio FEATURE DESCRIPTION ...

Page 6: ...d Before initial use insert a micro SD card Suggest at least a 4GB card Class 6 minimum up to 32GB Charging the Unit Fully charge DVR for initial use by 12 volt Car charger PC USB port The status LED is red during charging NOTE Turn DVR off before inserting or removing the micro SD card OPERATIONS ...

Page 7: ...eaded collar may be used to insure bracket its snugly tightened 2 If applicable remove protective film from the suction cup 3 Clean the selected area of the windshield for mounting using a quality glass cleaner 4 Press the bracket onto the windshield To secure the suction cup press the locking tab toward the windshield 5 Loosen the knob on the bracket to adjust the angle of the DVR Tighten knob se...

Page 8: ...s lighter socket power port NOTE Unit will automatically turn on and start recording when power is applied It will turn off when power is removed Power ON OFF Power On Press and hold to turn on Blue Status LED illuminates Power Off Press and hold to turn off NOTE The unit will automatically power OFF after the low battery warning is displayed OPERATIONS STEP 1 STEP 2 ...

Page 9: ... into setting 3 Press or to choose the specific number press OK to enter into next setting Once finished with settings press MENU button to return to DVR operation MENU Settings There are 3 available levels Video Camera and Playback NOTE Video or Camera menus have different option selections Use the MODE button to select the correct level 4 Press the menu button to see available settings 5 Press t...

Page 10: ...ing if desired NOTE When powered externally the DVR will automatically be in Video Record mode and begin recording after initial power ON Video Mode Video Segmentation Time Exposure Compensation Microphone Date Time Video Time Remaining Video Resolution Internal Memory SD Card Icon will show when installed Battery Charging Shown Parking Guard Camera Mode Exposure Compensation Auto White Balance IS...

Page 11: ...s OK again to play a video Use OK to pause the video 4 Press or to select another file 5 When in this mode press MENU to select Delete Protect or Slide Show Options 6 Press MODE M to exit review mode OPERATIONS Playback Mode Review Options File Number Video Resolution Date Battery Charging Shown Video Time ...

Page 12: ...and OK buttons to select an option Mass Storage In this mode the recorded files can be accessed directly from the micro SD card installed into the DVR They can be viewed directly from the card or transferred to the computer for storage PC Camera In this mode the DVR can be selected from a computer as an attached USB device and used as a webcam additional drivers may be required and are not include...

Page 13: ...ack Parking Monitor When enabled the DVR will automatically turn on and start recording when it detects a hit against the car This is mainly used when the car is parked and someone hits your vehicle A P icon on the right of the screen signifies it is turned on High Dynamic Range HDR when enabled is a software process to enhance details to the shadows of the image Screen saver mode when enabled wil...

Page 14: ... recommended files error appears during replay Uncompleted files due to micro SD card storage error Reformat or replace card Video or Photo unclear Check lens for fingerprints protective film or other obstruction Use a soft cloth to clean lens Black image when recording sky or water scene Scenes with large contrast can influence the automatic exposure function of the unit Adjust Exposure setting i...

Page 15: ...en product TROUBLESHOOTING Use and Care 1 Unit does not use a Touch Screen to control its functions Do not touch screen with any objects as damage to screen may occur 2 Do not leave unit in direct sunlight for extended period of time especially in a vehicle 3 Avoid using the unit in dusty and damp environments ...

Page 16: ...4 X 35 12 mm 2 2 x 3 3 x 1 3 Unit Weight 140 g 4 9 oz LCD Screen Size 3 0 TFT Zoom 4X Digital Lens 170º High definition wide angle lens Resolution 1080FHD 720P WVGA VGA Files Format MOV Loop Recording OFF 3 MIN 5 MIN 10 MIN Memory Micro SD Card C6 MIN 32GB Max USB USB 1 1 2 0 DC IN DC5v 1000mA Frequency 50Hz 60Hz SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 17: ...rophone Speaker Support Language Supported languages are listed in MENU settings Photo Mode 12 Mega pixels Photo Format JPEG Video Output HDMI USB Function 1 USB Disk 2 PC Camera Operating Temperature Range 0 50 C 32 122 F Humidity of 10 80 SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 18: ...720P 30fps Built in low illumination 170º lens 3 0 inch LTPS Monitor Impact sensitivity adjustment automatically locks file Supports cycle video Mini HDMI output jack Supports up to 32 GB micro SD card Charges while in use Image monitor with real time output SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 19: ... 01 00 00 00 Year month day Auto power off OFF 3 min 5 min 10 min Beep sound ON OFF Language English simplified Chinese traditional Chinese French German Japanese Korean Russian Spanish Portuguese TV mode NTSC PAL Light source frequency 50HZ 60HZ Screen Saver OFF 3 min 5 min 10 min Formatting Cancel OK Default Settings Cancel OK Version Playback Options Delete Delete Current Delete All Protection ...

Page 20: ...his product other than those set forth in this warranty All express or implied warranties for this product are limited Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use misuse or operation of this product including but not limited to loss of time inconvenience loss of use of your product or property damage caused by your product or its failure to work or any other incidental or consequential...

Page 21: ...y the described Limited Warranty Refer to Service Out of Warranty section 1 Due to the specialized equipment necessary for testing Whistler products there are no authorized service centers other than Whistler When returning a unit for service under warranty please follow these instructions 2 Ship the unit in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy equivalent fully insured with return receipt r...

Page 22: ...erial numbers are not covered under warranty IMPORTANT To validate that your unit is within the warranty period make sure you keep a copy of your dated proof of purchase For warranty verification purposes a copy of your dated store receipt must accompany any Whistler product sent in for warranty work Service Out Of Warranty Units will be repaired at out of warranty service rates when The unit s or...

Page 23: ...tler technical service specialist who will outline options available to you IMPORTANT When returning your unit for service be certain to include a daytime telephone number and an email address if applicable WARRANTY INFORMATION 23 Accept no compromises choose only quality cameras and driver safety ...

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