Action Camera Instruction Manual Model: AAC-114 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Welcome Congratulations on choosing to buy an ONIX product. All products brought to you by ONIX are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 1 Year Warranty. We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come. 2 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Contents Welcome 2 General Information & Safety Instructions 4 Features 5 Product Overview 6 Getting Started 8 Instructions 11 Other Useful Information 22 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice 23 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 3
General Information & Safety Instructions Read this manual thoroughly before first use and keep it in a safe place for future reference, along with the completed warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to. Follow all instructions and take notice of all warnings to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock. Usage conditions and restrictions Shooting brightness: This camera is designed for use under suitable light conditions. Do not aim it directly at the sun and other strong light sources in order to avoid damaging the optical parts. Do not store the camera in strong direct sunlight. At the beach: Water, sand, dust or particles containing salt may damage the camera. Therefore, take care when using the camera at the beach or near water, to avoid water or sand entering the camera. In areas where water could enter the camera, always use the waterproof housing. If sand has settled on the camera or lens, gently blow it off. Storage conditions: Store the camera in a cool and dry place with good ventilation. Avoid storage in areas that are excessively hot or humid. Dust: Do not use the product in environments with high dust density to avoid dust settling on the camera lens or other components. Cleaning: In case dirt, dust or sand has accumulated on the camera, blow off any lose particles and then clean the camera with a soft, clean and dry cloth, suitable for cleaning optical instruments. If needed, use a specific lens cleanser. Do not clean the camera with an organic solution. Never touch the lens surface with your finger. Usage restrictions: This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the product by a person responsible for their safety. Children: Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the product. Damage: This camera contains no parts you can repair yourself. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify it. In case of damage, contact our after sales support line for advice on repair or replacement, or refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Liability: We assume no liability for any eventual damages or injury caused by misuse of the product or noncompliance with these instructions. 4 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Features This ONIX Action Camera AAC-114 is equipped with the following features and functions: High definition video recording with strong continuous dynamic images Supports AVI video format Supports VGA (640 x 480) and HD (1280 x 720) capturing Compact size and design for easy portability Waterproof up to 3m Four image sizes (8MP, 5MP, 3MP, 1MP) optional Supports time and date watermark function, and time and date can be synchronously displayed while recording Supports high-speed USB2.0 Supports max. 32GB Micro SD card Loop coverage recording capability (where the new recording automatically covers former video clips, achieving an endlessly rolling recording) On-site replay function, which lets you check the video recorded on-site with the display. 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 5
Product Overview Front Back 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Left side Right side 8 9 Top Bottom 10 11 12 13 6 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Product Overview (Cont.) 14 16 15 1 Mounting shield: affix to the front of the camera 2 Lens: aim at the image/scene to be captured/recorded 3 Charging/Operation indicator: see page 11 for details 4 UP button: zoom in (video & picture-taking modes); menu selection; pause/play (playback mode) 5 OK button: open/exit from menu; stop playback (playback mode) 6 DOWN button: zoom out (video & picture-taking modes); menu selection 7 LCD display: displays the parameters relevant to the current mode 8 Lanyard through-holes: attach a wrist strap (not supplied) 9 MODE switch: select video recording, picture taking or playback mode 10 ON/OFF switch: power on/off; switch between tabs in setup menu (menu operation) 11 SHUTTER button: start/stop (video recording mode); take a still picture; play the video (playback mode) 12 SD card slot: insert a micro SD card (see page 9 for details) 13 Mini USB port: attach the USB cable for connection to a computer 14 Waterproof housing: see page 11 for details 15 Helmet mount: use the helmet mount (or mounting strap) to fix the camera on a ventilated helmet 16 Bicycle mount, mounting strap, mini USB cable (not pictured): use the bicycle mount to fix the camera securely onto a handlebar, and the USB cable for connection of the camera to a computer for file transfer or use as a web cam 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 7
Getting Started Before first use Unpack the product but keep all packaging materials until you have made sure your new Action Camera is undamaged and in good working order. Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so ensure all packaging materials are out of their reach. Inspect the supplied USB cable and ensure it is undamaged. Do not use it for charging the product if the cable is damaged. Read this manual to familiarise yourself with the product, its buttons and functions and all accessories. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions on the previous pages. Charging the built-in lithium battery The battery has been partially charged at the factory. To perform all functions, we recommend you fully recharge it before using the camera for the first time. Charging indicator illuminates during charging Connect via USB cable Make sure the camera is switched off, then connect it to a computer for charging, using the supplied USB cable. The charging indicator illuminates during charging. It will turn off once the battery is fully charged. A full charge generally takes about 2-4 hours. 8 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Getting Started (Cont.) Installing a memory card The camera is NOT equipped with a built-in memory, and thus a memory card is required. Before using the Action Camera for recording video or taking photos, make sure you have installed an appropriate micro SD (TF) card with a maximum storage capacity of 32GB. Make sure the camera is switched off before inserting a memory card. Insert a micro SD card into the SD slot, as illustrated on the bottom of the camera next to the card slot. Make sure the card is fully inserted. To remove the SD card out, gently press the end of the memory card inwards and the card will eject out of the slot. Memory card precautions A Micro SD card is a precision electronic component. Always handle it with care. Protect the card from static electricity and strong shocks. If you are installing a previously used memory card into the camera, make sure to back up any data stored on the card, to avoid possible data loss due to formatting the card. Avoid the following situations, which may cause loss or damage of data stored on the card: Improper use of the memory card Card bent, dropped or subjected to shock Exposure to high temperature, high humidity or direct sunlight Exposure to static fields or nearby electromagnetic fields Removal of the memory card, or interference with the camera power supply, while the memory card is in use (being read, written to or formatted). Contact of the memory card s metal surface with a finger or metal object. Usage of the memory card beyond its lifespan. We strongly recommend you back up all data on the SD card to another storage device so you do not risk losing any data in case of an unexpected device failure or accident. We do not assume liability for any loss of data due to misuse or malfunction. Data backup is your personal responsibility. 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 9
Getting Started (Cont.) Waterproof housing The camera comes supplied with a transparent waterproof housing, which allows you to take video footage or photos in wet conditions, even in or under water, up to a depth of 3 metres. To use the camera with the waterproof housing, proceed as follows: Select the desired mode (photo or video). Select the desired menu options. Place the camera in the waterproof housing and close it carefully using the locking clip located at the right side of the case. Once the camera is securely installed, you can use the ON/OFF and SHUTTER buttons by pushing the push buttons located on top of the waterproof housing. Locking Clip WARNING: Once the camera is installed in the case, make sure that all seals are in place to prevent water intrusion. Before using the camera in wet conditions Before sealing the case, ensure the camera housing s rubber seal is clean a single hair or grain of sand can cause a leak. You can test by closing the case without inserting the camera. Submerge the case completely in water for about a minute. Remove the case from the water, dry off its exterior with a towel, then open the case. If the entire interior is dry, the case is safe for use under water. Remember to select which mode you would like to record in by using the MODE switch before inserting the camera into the waterproof case. There is no external button for the MODE switch. After every use in salt water, rinse the outside of the housing with non-salt water and dry. Not doing this can eventually cause corrosion of the hinge pin and salt build-up in the seal, which can cause failure. WARNING: Do not use aggressive substances such as acetone to clean the case, which can cause permanent damage. To clean the seal, rinse in fresh water and shake dry (drying with a cloth may cause lint to compromise the seal). Re-install the seal into the grooves in the back door of the housing. 10 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Instructions Powering On/Off Power-on: Press and hold the ON/OFF switch for about 3 seconds, the screen starts up and the camera enters standby state. Power-off: In idle state of the camera, press the to turn the camera off. ON/OFF switch briefly Automatic power-off: When the camera has been idle for a certain amount of time, it will switch off automatically to save power. The idle time can be set to your preference, the default automatic poweroff time is 5 minutes. Power-off due to low battery: If the camera s battery power has dropped to extremely low levels, the icon appears on the LCD screen and you will have to recharge the battery. When the icon turns red and flashes, the camera will automatically power off. Selecting a mode The camera is equipped with three modes: image capture, video recording and playback. After powering the unit on, use the MODE switch to select the appropriate mode. Image capture: Take pictures Video recording: Record video, timed video recording (5min, 3min, 1min) Playback: Play back picture and video files Indicators Charging indicator: The upper (charging) indicator signals that the camera is being charged. Operation indicator: The lower (operation) indicator signals that the camera is working (e.g. recording video, taking pictures or automatic screen turn-off). It flashes once when taking a photo and remains illuminated when connected to a computer. 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 11
Instructions (Cont.) Recording video Slide the MODE switch to the middle setting to enter standby status in video mode. Press the SHUTTER button to start recording video. While recording, press the SHUTTER button to stop recording. (Video recording will stop automatically if there is no space left on the memory card, or if the battery is flat.) In video mode the LCD displays the following icons: Mode: Indicates that the current mode is video recording. 00:00:01 Time meter: Indicates that 1 second of video footage has been recorded. Timed loop video recording: Indicates that the currently set video recording time is 3 minutes. Movie size: Indicates that the current movie size is 720P. SD card: Indicates that a memory card is currently inserted. Digital zoom: Indicates that the current zoom magnification is 1.84. Press the or buttons to adjust the zoom from 1x to 4x. Battery: Indicates the current battery level. White balance: Indicates that white balance is set to automatic. Metering: Indicates that the metering perspective is set to multipoints. 12 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Instructions (Cont.) Video menu setup Press the OK button to open the video setup menu, then use the or buttons to select a menu item. The background of the selected menu item will be highlighted once selected. Press the OK button to enter the submenu, then use the or buttons to select an option. Press OK to confirm and return to the main menu. In the main menu, press SHUTTER to exit the menu. Main menu Submenu Description Movie Size Timed loop video recording Metering White balance Special effect Date stamp 1280 x 720 High resolution (HD) format 640 x 480 Medium resolution (VGA) format Off 1min 3min 5min Centre Multi Spot Auto Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Tungsten Normal B&W Sepia Negative Red Green Blue Off Date Date and time No recording time set Records for 1 minute, stops and then starts a new 1 minute recording, and so on Records for 3 minutes, as a repeating phase Records for 5 minutes, as a repeating phase Metering subject to the central area Metering subject to multiple points Metering subject to one point Suitable for most situations Suitable for daylight environments Suitable for cloudy environments Suitable for fluorescent light source environments Suitable for tungsten light source environments Normal effect Black and white effect Sepia effect Negative film effect Reddish effect Greenish effect Bluish effect No date/time stamp printed on the file Date printed in the corner of the photo/video file Date and time printed in the corner of the file 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 13
Instructions (Cont.) Timed video recording Slide the MODE switch to the middle setting to enter standby status in video mode. Press the OK button to open the video mode menu, then use the to select the REC Interval menu. button Press the OK button to enter the submenu, then use the or buttons to choose the desired option from the following: 1min, 3min, 5min After pressing OK for confirmation, press the SHUTTER button to exit from the menu. Press the SHUTTER button to start the timed video recording. The camera will automatically stop recording video after the set time (1min, 3min, 5min) and immediately start the next section of video recording. Open video recording menu Select recording time and press OK to confirm Exit from menu and press SHUTTER to start timed video recording NOTE: After selecting OFF in the REC interval menu, the camera returns to normal video recording, and it will not stop recording until the memory card is full. Important information about loop coverage When the memory card is full, the earliest recorded section of the video file will be deleted automatically to make room for further recordings. As new recordings automatically cover older ones, make sure to save all recordings you want to keep when the message Full memory appears on the screen, otherwise the latest footage will erase the oldest. 14 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Instructions (Cont.) Taking pictures Slide the MODE switch to the top setting to enter standby status in image capture mode. Press the SHUTTER button to take a still picture. In image capture mode the LCD displays the following icons: Mode: Indicates that the current mode is image capture. Self-timer: Indicates that the current self-timer mode is set to 10 seconds. White balance: Indicates that white balance is set to automatic. Metering: Indicates that the metering perspective is set to multipoints. Exposure: Indicates that the current exposure has been set to 0.0. Image resolution: Indicates that the current image resolution is set to 5MP. Quality: Indicates picture quality level. 9999 Counter: Indicates the number of pictures available to be taken. SD card: Indicates that a memory card is currently inserted. Digital zoom: Indicates that the current zoom magnification is 1.84. Press the or buttons to adjust the zoom from 1x to 4x. Battery: Indicates the current battery level. 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 15
Instructions (Cont.) Image capture menu setup Press the OK button to open the image capture setup menu, then use the or buttons to select a menu item. The background of the selected menu item will be highlighted once selected. Press the OK button to enter the submenu, then use the or buttons to select an option. Press OK to confirm and return to the main menu. In the main menu, press SHUTTER to exit the menu. Main menu Submenu Description Resolution Quality Metering White balance 1280 x 720 1 MP (megapixel) resolution 2048 x 1536 3 MP (megapixel) resolution 2592 x 1944 5 MP (megapixel) resolution 3264 x 2448 8 MP (megapixel) resolution Super Fine Fine Normal Centre Multi Spot Auto Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Tungsten Best image quality Good image quality General image quality Metering subject to the central area Metering subject to multiple points Metering subject to one point Suitable for most situations Suitable for daylight environments Suitable for cloudy environments Suitable for fluorescent light source environments Suitable for tungsten light source environments Exposure / Press switch and OK to adjust light exposure. Self-timer Effect Off 2s 10s Continuous Normal / B&W Sepia / Negative Red/Green/Blue No self-timer, general single shot mode Two-second delay self-timer mode Ten-second delay self-timer mode Continuous picture taking mode while holding the shutter button Normal effect / Black & White effect Sepia effect / Negative film effect Reddish / greenish / bluish effect 16 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Instructions (Cont.) Date stamp Off Date Date and time No date/time stamp printed on the file Date printed in the corner of the photo/video file Date and time printed in the corner of the file Playback mode Slide the MODE switch to the bottom setting to enter standby status in playback mode. In playback mode the LCD displays the following icons: Mode: Indicates that the current mode is playback. Files/folders: Indicates that currently there are 19 files in 31 folders. Lock: Indicates that the current folder is locked. File type: Indicates the current file is a video file. 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 17
Instructions (Cont.) Playback menu setup Press the OK button to open the playback menu, and then use the or buttons to select a menu item. The background of the selected menu item will be highlighted once selected. Press the OK button to enter the submenu, then use the or buttons to select an option. Press OK to confirm and return to the main menu. In the main menu, press SHUTTER to exit the menu. Main menu Submenu Description Lock Delete Slide Show Lock/unlock this file Lock all Unlock all One All Start Interval Repeat Lock/unlock this file Lock all files Unlock all files Delete the current file Delete all files Start playing the slide show 1sec.~10sec. Yes/No 18 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Instructions (Cont.) Playing a movie clip Press the SHUTTER button to start playback. Press the button to pause playback. Press the OK button to stop playback. Playing a timed video recording Press the ON/OFF switch to change to playback mode for timed video recordings. The icon at the bottom of the screen will change to a car icon. Press the SHUTTER button to start playback. Press the Deleting a file button to pause playback. Press the OK button to stop playback. After selecting the file to be deleted, open the menu. Press the or buttons to select Delete. Press the OK button to enter. After selecting One, press the OK button to confirm (alternatively, select All to delete all files). You will be prompted to confirm whether you want to delete this file. After selecting Yes, press the OK button to delete the file. When the file is deleted, press the SHUTTER button to exit from the menu. 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 19
Instructions (Cont.) System setup menu In capture, video recording or playback mode, press the OK button to open the menu, and then press the ON/OFF switch to switch over to the setup menu. In the setup menu, press the or buttons to select a menu item. The background of the selected menu item will be highlighted once selected. Press the OK button to enter the submenu, then use the or buttons to select an option. Press OK to confirm and return to the main menu. In the main menu, press SHUTTER to exit the menu. Main menu Submenu Description Auto review Power frequency Power save Off No playback performed after capture 1 second Playback performed 1 second after capture 3 seconds Playback performed 3 seconds after capture 50Hz 60Hz Set to 50Hz light source frequency Set to 60Hz Playback performed 1 second later after capture 1 minute Automatic shutdown performed after 1 minute idle time 3 minutes Automatic shutdown performed after 3 minutes idle time 5 minutes Automatic shutdown performed after 5 minutes idle time OFF Cancel automatic shutdown Date and time / Set up date and time format Language / Set up language Format Yes/No Format memory card Reset all Yes/No Back to factory setting 20 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Instructions (Cont.) Setting date and time Press the OK button to open the menu, and then press the ON/OFF switch to switch over to the setup menu. In the setup menu, press the button to select Date&Time, and then press the OK button to enter the setup window. In the setup window, press the ON/OFF switch to select the item to be adjusted (date, time). The selected item will be highlighted in yellow. Then use the or buttons for adjustment. At completion of adjustment, press the OK button to confirm, or press the SHUTTER button to cancel the setup and return. Finally press the SHUTTER button to exit from setup mode. Connecting with a PC The camera features a Plug & Play function, which means you can use it as a memory reader without need for installation of extra software. First connect the camera to a computer with a USB cable, then select the appropriate portable hard disk mode in the My Computer window. The portable hard disk icon will be displayed. Still pictures or video footage shot by you will be stored in the portable hard disk folder I:\DCIM\100MEDIA ( I indicates portable hard disk). Using the computer camera function After connecting the camera with the computer, press the OK button on the camera to enter camera mode. The camera is now ready for use as a web cam. Consult your software user manual for instructions how to use it with a web cam. 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 21
Other Useful Information Technical specifications Image sensor Function mode Lens Digital zoom Shutter LCD display 1.3 megapixels (CMOS) Video, image capture, playback, portable disk, PC cam F3.1 f=9.3mm 45º angle 4x Electronic shutter 1.77 TFT screen Image resolution 1MP (1280 720), 3MP (2048 1536), 5MP (2592 1944), 8MP (3264 2448) Video resolution VGA: 640x480 (60 frames/second) 720P: 1280x720 (30 frames/second) White balance Automatic / Sunny / Cloudy / Fluorescent light / Tungsten light Exposure -2.0 ~ +2.0 File format Video AVI Storage medium USB interface Power supply Dimensions (LxWxH) Weight Responsible disposal Image JPEG Micro SD card (max. support 32GB) High-speed USB 2.0 interface Built-in 3.7V chargeable lithium battery 67 x 48 x 29mm Roughly 48g At the end of its working life, do not throw this product out with your household rubbish. Electrical and electronic products contain substances that can have a detrimental effect on the environment and human health if disposed of inappropriately. Observe any local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical consumer goods and dispose of it appropriately for recycling. Contact your local authorities for advice on recycling facilities in your area. Never throw the product or battery into a fire. 22 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014
Action Camera Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to be returned to the supplier for repair. Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated data (such as files stored on a computer hard drive, telephone numbers stored on a mobile telephone, songs stored on a portable media player, games saved on a games console or files stored on a USB memory stick) during the process of repair, some or all of your stored data may be lost. We recommend you save this data elsewhere prior to sending the product for repair. You should also be aware that rather than repairing goods, we may replace them with refurbished goods of the same type or use refurbished parts in the repair process. Please be assured though, refurbished parts or replacements are only used where they meet Tempo s stringent quality specifications. If at any time you feel your repair is being handled unsatisfactorily, you may escalate your complaint. Please telephone us on 1300 886 649 or write to us at: Tempo (Aust) Pty Ltd ABN 70 106 100 252 PO BOX 6056 Frenchs Forest, Sydney, Australia NSW 2086 Telephone: 1300 886 649 Fax: (02) 8977 3765 Tempo Help Desk: 1300 886 649 (Aust) (Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 08:30AM to 06:00PM EST) Email: info@tempo.org 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014 23
Warranty returns Should you for any reason need to return this product for a warranty claim, make sure to include all accessories with the product. Product does not work? If you encounter problems with this product, or if it fails to perform to your expectations, make sure to contact our After Sales Support Centre on 1300 886 649 before returning it to the store for a refund. 1300 886 649 Model: AAC-114 Product Code: 48463 12/2014