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Vehicle Video

USER GUIDE

VDR-700

Vehicle Video Recorder

USER GUIDE

Summary of Contents for VDR-700

Page 1: ...Vehicle Video USER GUIDE VDR 700 Vehicle Video Recorder USER GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...Y CARD STORAGE FILE ALLOCATION PRIMARY AND SECONDARY MEMORY CARD 25 5 3 1 Directory of NORMAL recording file area 26 5 3 2 Directory of EVENT video file area 26 5 3 3 Directory of EMERGENCY video file area 26 5 3 4 Directory of LOG area 26 5 3 4 Accident Event GPS log report 27 28 6 RECORDING TIME FRAME 29 7 LED SIGNAL 30 7 1 LEDS STATUS INDICATOR 30 8 VENTRA SOFTWARE PC REQUIREMENT 31 8 1 SYSTEM ...

Page 3: ...s free user friendly software by removing the SD card from the unit and connecting it to a PC From there files can be easily accessed or searched via different criteria such as date incident and type of recording Features 3 Cameras Max 2 Built in 1 Optional 720P HD Resolution x 2 D1 on optional camera Up to 128GB max storage 64GB x 2 Records Video Audio Speed Route Vehicle ID Recording Auto Contin...

Page 4: ...ts accordingly These events can then be displayed in the Ventra software software during playback to clearly identify Events This provides valuable insight on the driving history and offers a comprehensive fleet management system In case of an incident the Emergency button on the VDR can be pressed or by using the optional EX7 EFP External Foot Pedal to Bookmark the recording The VDR is designed t...

Page 5: ...d keep for future reference in a manner that does not obstruct the driver s view of the front or sides of the vehicle or interfere with the safety of operating the vehicle Do not operate adjust or view this recorder while driving or when vehicle is in motion insecurely on the dashboard or place the device in front of or Please comply with all driving and traffic regulations To reduce the risk of f...

Page 6: ...en touching the equipment Do not disassemble or alter the equipment cable or accessories as this may lead to equipment error and failure In the event of an impact or accident please check to ensure the equipment is properly ecured Inspect the mounting bracket and adhesive for any signs of damage Fuse rating must be in rated capacity When exposed to direct sunlight the equipment may become hot Plea...

Page 7: ...video in vehicles or public area or without knowledge and or consent please check and comply with ALL local state and federal laws and regulations 4 Certain local state and federal laws may require signage or display that indicate recording of audio and or video in vehicles or public area Please check and comply with ALL local state and federal laws and regulations 5 IT IS THE USER S RESPONSBILITY...

Page 8: ...ble length up to 60ft IP67 150 wide angle lens infrared Automatically displays the rear camera selected and video out cable is in use Optional 3 rd camera Indoor rated Expansion IR Indoor Rated Camera cable length is around 22 meters for HD truck 170 degrees wide angle Reverse gear signal output GPS Receiver Mount Micro SD Card Vandal Resistant Bracket Screw DC Fuse Power Cable Cable fixing tie Cl...

Page 9: ...B Adaptor Wi Fi Wireless LAN adaptor for hotspot connection to local smartphone Android App 10ft proxmity USB Extension cable M F 6ft USB cable for external USB flash memory Right L Angle type GPS Receiver VDR mount bracket Replacement GPS Receiver VDR camera mount Permanent Power Cable Replacement power cable Vandal resistant bracket Prevents access to SD card and cables Locks the camera angle Va...

Page 10: ...Flame retardant material Windshield Mount Status LED Front Facing Road View camera Angle Lock Gear Tamper Resistant Picture 1 External View External GPS antenna port 3rd Camera port USB 2 0 Micro USB Video out GPS Port DC Power IR LEDs In cabin camera Manual Event Tagging Picture 2 Internal View ...

Page 11: ...ry card USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Getting ready to start recording Unplug Power rd cover as shown in the figure 3 Insert the memory card into the card slot until it clicks is placed as shown below and the terminal portion of the card is facing up Unplug Power rd cover as shown in the figure he memory card to eject Pull the memory card out of the memory card slots and close the cover After a period of use ...

Page 12: ... Compatible memory card capacity Class 10 and up MLC Multi Level Cell Class 10 and up MLC Multi Level Cell When unspecified memory cards are used the VDR may not record videos properly and recordings may be lost or damaged Format the SD card on a PC FAT32 File Format Please ensure the memory card is formatted to such format up to 32GB uses Windows built in card format feature found in 64GB Ventra ...

Page 13: ... 0 0 field of view providing wide angle recording The optimal section below the tint of the windshield adjacent to or below th cabin viewing angle is not blocked by the rear view mirror Center of Windshield Clean surface area with lint free damp cloth Allow 1 minute to dry Air conditioner USER GUIDE V1 0 0 13 optimal placement is or below the rear view mirror Clean surface area with lint free damp...

Page 14: ...ast 10 seconds to ensure firm adhesion Connect GPS cable from the Remove film from the bracket Connect DC Power Plug into VDR DC IN Please ensure the mount bracket is securely connected to the VDR USER GUIDE V1 0 0 14 below or adjacent to the rear view mirror Press the VDR against the windshield for at least 10 seconds to ensure firm adhesion Connect DC Power Plug into VDR Please ensure the mount ...

Page 15: ...0 15 VDR is designed with a multi directional bracket to support different vehicle windshield Please refer to the figure below for the appropriate installation angle Refer to installation angle guide inside the bracket ...

Page 16: ...Continue to tuck power cable Fit the power cord to the side of the Fit the power cord along the door frame and into the power source Do not use sharp object to force power cable as it may damage the wire and risk injury fire and electrical shock USER GUIDE V1 0 0 16 Continue to tuck power cable along the side pillar power cord along the door frame and into the power source Do not use sharp object ...

Page 17: ... power terminal for constant power source such as trunk head lamps Cabin lights etc Fuse information are typically listed in the vehicle s owner manual and or the dependent upon vehicle type terminal cable RED Connect Minus terminal BLACK color to bolt or metal frame of vehicle nstallation by a Professional technician is highly recommended Please exercise caution when connecting the power to preve...

Page 18: ...djusting angle of cameras USER GUIDE V1 0 0 or adjust the angle of VDR while driving as it may cause serious injury or death is on it is normal for the system to be warm Please handle with care angle lens to minimize fingerprint or smudge which can affect image Adjusting angle of cameras Remove lens cover USER GUIDE V1 0 0 18 y cause vehicle accident arm Please handle with care which can affect im...

Page 19: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 19 4 4 Tamper resistant enclosure Fit tamper resistant case tab into camera angle gear to lock camera angle ...

Page 20: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 20 Insert tamper resistant case into the GPS mount Lock the screw into the tamper resistant case via wrench ...

Page 21: ...s for optimal lens and video quality The glass lens has superior performance than plastic lens especially in high temperature environment The VDR records 1280 x720P HD resolution for Front and In Cabin view camera Optional 3rd camera records in D1 resolution 720 x 480 5 2 Overlay information Figure 6 2 1 Information overlay on Front Video ...

Page 22: ... BOTH RTC UTC are displayed When Daylight Savings Time is OFF RTC YYYY MM DD HH MM SS UTC YYYY MM DD HH MM SS When Daylight Savings Time is ON DST YYYY MM DD HH MM SS UTC YYYY MM DD HH MM SS GPS Coordinates GPS coordinate Route history are recorded via built in passive GPS Weather and or environment may affect signal quality and accuracy When VDR cannot receive GPS data each of the value filed is ...

Page 23: ...s overlaid Time Information This field has the same value as Table 6 2 1 USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Figure 6 2 2 Information overlay In cabin Video Descriptions of information overlaid on IN CABIN CABIN is overlaid This field has the same value as Table 6 2 1 USER GUIDE V1 0 0 23 CABIN Video ...

Page 24: ...ation This field has the same value as Table 6 2 1 RTC 2015 03 26 19 58 47 USER GUIDE V1 0 0 6 2 3 Information overlaid on rear video Descriptions of information overlaid on REAR REAR is overlaid This field has the same value as Table 6 2 1 USER GUIDE V1 0 0 24 information overlaid on REAR Video REAR ...

Page 25: ... memory slot USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Storage File Allocation The drive recorder prepares 4 types of directories and system margin area in Primary SDHC and Primary memory slot Secondary memory slot Primary Memory storage allocation Secondary Memory storage allocation 5 System Margin Area 95 Normal Emergency File Area Secondary memory slot USER GUIDE V1 0 0 25 The drive recorder prepares 4 types of direct...

Page 26: ... Directory of LOG area Allocate 1 in primary SD memory VDR stores Event Logs Sensor Logs Accident Event GPS Data in this area Drive recorder stores Accident Event Log A GPS Log can be up to 1MB When the log file reaches 1 MB system will create a new log file and continue to record GPS data System stores G Sensor data in 20 Hz as G Sensor Log Drive recorder records G Sensor data as a CSV format A G...

Page 27: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Figure 6 3 4 Figure 6 3 4 USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Figure 6 3 4 1 Log File Accident event Figure 6 3 4 2 Log File G Sensor USER GUIDE V1 0 0 27 ...

Page 28: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Figure 6 3 4 3 Log File GPS USER GUIDE V1 0 0 28 ...

Page 29: ...0 fps 16GB 16h 43m 14h 60m 8h 14m 6h 15m 3h 37m 32GB 33h 26m 29h 21m 16h 28m 11h 50m 6h 34m 64GB 75h 24m 67h 28m 37h 29m 26h 33m 13h 59m Normal Quality 3 Channel PRIMARY Memory Sound OFF Video Frame s 4 fps 5 fps 10 fps 15 fps 27 fps 16GB 29h 21m 23h 59m 12h 35m 8h 33m 4h 38m 32GB 58h 41m 47h 18m 24h 30m 16h 26m 8h 37m 64GB 134h 16m 108h 03m 54h 72m 36h 32m 18h 24m Normal Quality 3 Channel SECONDA...

Page 30: ...x 30 sec Re Booting Approx 20 sec Firmware Updating Approx 1 minute Normal Recording LED LAMPs Blinking state USER GUIDE V1 0 0 LED Signal Operating state Connecting External Device Wi Fi 3G 4G Memory card not inserted Entering CCTV mode GPS signal detected Event recording USER GUIDE V1 0 0 30 LED Signal ...

Page 31: ...rect X DirectX 9 0c or higher Recommended Memory Card Installed in Camcorder 40MB s Class 10 or above System requirements mentioned above are recommendations Even on a system that satisfies the requirements PC Manager may not operate optimally On a slower than recommended computer video playback may skip frames or operate in an unexpected manner If the version of DirectX on your computer is lower ...

Page 32: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 32 8 2 Install VDR 700 Software 1 Double Click and run Ventra VDR700 Manager install program file 2 Click to I Agree for next step of Installation Click Install to continue ...

Page 33: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 33 Ventra VDR PC Manager requires Microsoft Visual C so this step simply sets up the required updates Please select REPAIR ...

Page 34: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 3 Click desktop icon to run USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Ventra VDR 700 Manager program USER GUIDE V1 0 0 34 ...

Page 35: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 35 8 3 Uninstall PC Manager 1 Click to Ventra VDR 700 Manager in Control panel 2 Click to Uninstall for next step of uninstallation ...

Page 36: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 36 ...

Page 37: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 8 4 VDR 700 Software Overview 2 Channel View 3 Channel View USER GUIDE V1 0 0 700 Software Overview USER GUIDE V1 0 0 37 ...

Page 38: ...USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Front Camera View 3rd Camera Rear Camera View USER GUIDE V1 0 0 In cabin Camera G Sensor Graph Speed Graph USER GUIDE V1 0 0 38 Camera View File list Map ...

Page 39: ... Playback Track Sound control Play Speed Video Brightness Control Normal USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Track time Event marker Mute Middle Normal Slow Level Normal Brighter Brighter USER GUIDE V1 0 0 39 Total time per file Max Fast Level Darker ...

Page 40: ... files USER GUIDE V1 0 0 speed unit Km Knot Image Zoom VDR Information Settings Flip video Reverse video File download The system information indicates the Vehicle ID of the firmware and software USER GUIDE V1 0 0 40 Knot Image Zoom The system information indicates the Driver Vehicle ID current version of the firmware and software ...

Page 41: ...eport Insert comments USER GUIDE V1 0 0 If a PDF program is available reports may also be printed converted to PDF USER GUIDE V1 0 0 41 If a PDF program is available reports may also be printed converted to PDF Click here to print ...

Page 42: ...check the box of the file to be exported from the recording file list destination on PC cameras are exported If optional 3rd camera is installed Save JPG images Setting configuration 20150327_003333_CH2 jpg 20150327_003333_ In cabin view JPG image 3rd camera 20150327_003333_CH2 kds 20150327_003333_ In cabin view video 3rd camera video VDR utilizes proprietary file format To view recordings the VDR...

Page 43: ...an be used to manage from a single car to an entire fleet of vehicles ID and speed limit can be assigned to each SD card for every vehicle along with administrative password for secure access Configuration settings are saved as Setup cfg file and is used to manage Setup cfg files can be used as a template for all vehicles to save time for fleet setup from File to setup each vehicle from Setup cfg ...

Page 44: ...ER GUIDE V1 0 0 Enable only when an optional 3rd camera in connected Per Second FPS value applies to both front view cameras the longer the recording time capacity on the memory card Motion Detection Mode while vehicle is parked System automatically records Enable Disable Microphone for audio recording Inverting of camera angle Inverting of camera angle Reverse camera angle Import previous setting...

Page 45: ...iously recorded Emergency Events Foot Pedal when storage capacity is full Adjust the sensitivity of the G Sensor to detect vehicle vibration and shock Sensor values i e 2 0G represents increased sensitivity than higher G Sensor values i e 3 5G Suggested value is minimum 2 0G to minimize false triggers Enable Disable maximum vehicle speed limit EVENT trigger Enter max speed To monitor Sudden Accele...

Page 46: ...re saved in this format To use local time select RTC RTC Regional Time in Current UTC Coordinated Universal Time RTC UTC Offset Time USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Select the appropriate time zone of the system location Enable Disable Daylight Savings Time All video and data files are saved in this format RTC RTC Regional Time in Current UTC Coordinated Universal Time RTC UTC Offset Time GMT USER GUIDE V1 0 0 ...

Page 47: ... new recording USER GUIDE V1 0 0 Enter company name to embed and display on recorded video file company name to embed and display on recorded video Enter company name to embed and display on recorded video User name and Password Protection for all files to prevent unauthorized access are assigned login credential will be required to view the recorded Please safeguard the password as there is no pa...

Page 48: ...Storage Normal Emergency Event Park Log System Margin USER GUIDE V1 0 0 PRIMARY micro SD card storage capacity for individual recording storage capacity to Event Event Over Speed Sudden Acceleration Sudden Braking Parking and Impact Primary slot Secondary slot 74 95 10 N A 10 N A 1 N A 5 5 USER GUIDE V1 0 0 48 for individual recording and Impact Secondary slot 95 N A N A N A 5 ...

Page 49: ...ndicator Voice prompt for system startup and recording power down and if SD card Recommend turning On Watermark Vehicle Driver and Company info on video When optional LCD monitor is connected for real time video viewing Road facing camera Both cameras cabin or Rear Front and in cabin during drive switch to rear upon reverse Only when reversing the vehicle Enabling LED for in cabin recording LED on...

Page 50: ...ures safe shutdown GPS Module Antenna Built in Cradle Supports additional external GPS Antenna Removable storage micro SDHC MLC x 2 slots 64GB max per slot Video out put NTSC PAL 3 5mm jack to RCA Hardware interface GPS signal 2 5Ø 4PIN ear phone jack USB USB Type A USB2 0 Rear camera 2 5Ø 4PIN ear phone jack Vehicle reverse gear signal micro USB Micro USB Type B USB2 0 DC Input 3 5Ø DC input jack...

Page 51: ...y with GPS cradle and tamperproof case excluding camera lens protrusion Weight Main device 138g GPS Cradle 42g Warranty Period 1 Year MTBF 7 years UL Standard UL94 V0 Certificate RoHs CE FCC As an ongoing effort to continuously enhance Ventra products technical specifications and design may be changed without prior notice RoHS COMPLIANT Our product complies with The Restriction of the use of certa...

Page 52: ...for shipping charges insurance and proper packaging to prevent breakage in transit whether or not the product is covered by this warranty All shipments of repaired or replaced products by Ventra will be F O B California VENTRA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS TO MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF ANY PRODUCT SOLD UNDER THIS CONTRACT UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL V...

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