DIRECTIONS
Quick Start
To record video, verify the camera is in VIDEO mode and that a compatible Micro SD card is inserted into the camera. If the VIDEO icon on your camera's LCD screen is not showing, press the POWER/MODE button repeatedly until it appears.
To Start Recording:
Press the SHUTTER/SELECT button. The camera will emit one beep and the CAMERA STATUS LIGHTS will flash while recording.
To Stop Recording:
Press the SHUTTER/SELECT button. The CAMERA STATUS LIGHTS stop flashing and the camera emits one beep to indicate recording has stopped.
Package Includes
- Camcorder
- Waterproof housing
- Open housing with tripod mounts (tripod not included)
- Battery
- Large assortment of mounts, adhesive mounts, converters and straps
- USB data / charging cable
- Cleaning cloth
- User guide
Storage Media / Micro SD Card
This camera is compatible with 16GB and 32GB capacity microSD and microSDHC. Cards greater than 32GB may not work at all. We highly suggest using a Class 10 speed card to ensure quality recording. Anything slower than Class 10 could cause disruptions in recording.
Mobile App
LINKS:
Apple App Store |
Google Play
To connect to your mobile app click on the DOWN button on the side of the camera to turn on the WiFi connection. Connect to this WiFi in your phone/tablet settings. Default password is 1234567890. Once connected, go into the mobile app and pair with the camera. Once paired, you will be able to view live video and control the camera.
Connecting to the iSmart DV App.
The iSmart DV App lets you control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. Features include full camera control, live preview, photo playback and sharing of select content and more.
- Download the iSmart DV App to your smartphone or tablet at the Google Play or Apple App Store.
- Press the Power/Mode Button to power camera ON.
- Make sure the camera is in Camera modes.
- Press the Down/Wi-Fi Button to turn on Wi-Fi.
- In your smartphone or tablet's Wi-Fi settings, connect to the network called "ICAM-H9" followed by a series of numbers.
- Enter the password: The default if you have not changed it is "1234567890".
- Open the iSmart DV App on your smartphone or tablet.
If you have printed directions that mention another app and that is not working for your device, just use the app listed above. This is a more recent update.
Battery
This camera includes a rechargeable and replaceable battery. Make sure it's charged up and ready to go before every investigation.
To charge the battery:
- Connect the camera to a computer or USB power supply.
- The Charging Status Light remains ON while the battery is charging.
- The Charging Status Light will turn OFF when the battery is fully charged.
Charging Time: ~5 hours
Battery Life: Depends greatly on settings ranging from ~5 hours in Photo Mode to ~2 hours in Video Mode. Battery life will be lesser using higher resolution, higher FPS speed and various other features or setting. With high video resolution, high frame rate and with the display on all the time, the battery may only get 30 minutes of life. So, choose the settings that best fit your situation. Keep in mind, you can always plug the camera in to an external battery pack or wall outlet for extended life.
This camera automatically stops recording when the battery is out of power. Your video will be saved before the camera powers OFF.
TIP: If you need more battery life, we suggesting having spare batteries on hand or plugging this into a USB power supply. It will still work and record while plugged into a charging source which is super handy for extended use. A portable USB battery pack or plug into a wall outlet will keep this camera running for many hours.
Video Recording
To record Video, verify the camera is in Video mode. If the Video icon on your camera's LCD screen is not showing, press the Power/Mode Button repeatedly until it appears.
To start recording: Press the Shutter/Select Button. The camera will emit one beep and the Camera Status Lights will flash while recording.
To stop recording: Press the Shutter/Select Button. The Camera Status Lights stop flashing and the camera emits one beep to indicate recording has stopped.
Photo Mode
To capture a Photo, verify the camera is in Photo mode. If the Photo icon on your camera's LCD screen is not showing, press the Power/ Mode Button repeatedly until it appears.
To take a photo: Press the Shutter/Select Button. The camera will emit the camera shutter sound.
Burst Photo Mode
To capture a Burst Photo series, verify the camera is in Burst Photo mode. If the Burst Photo icon on your camera's LCD screen is not showing, press the Power/Mode Button repeatedly until it appears. In Burst Photo mode, your camera takes 3 photos in 1.5 seconds.
Time Lapse Photos
To capture a Time Lapse series, verify the Continuous Lapse is ON and camera is in Time Lapse mode. If the Time Lapse icon on your camera's LCD screen is not showing, press the Power/Mode Button repeatedly until it appears. In Time Lapse mode, your camera captures a series of photos at 2,3,5,10,20,30 or 60 second intervals.
To take Time Lapse: Press the Shutter/Select Button. The camera initiates countdown and emits the camera shutter sound each time a Photo is taken.
Playback
For playing back recorded videos and photos
- Verify the camera is in Camera mode.
- Press the Up/Playback button to enter the Playback menu.
- Repeatedly press the Power/Mode Button to cycle through Video and Photo.
- Press the Shutter/Select Button to select desired option.
- Use Up/Playback Button or Down/Wi-Fi Button to cycle through the various options.
- Press the Shutter/Select Button.
- To return to the Playback menu, press thePower/Mode Button.
- To exit, hold down the Up/Playback Button for two seconds.
IR Light Directions
1. Insert CR2 battery in receptacle on back of light
2. Press Red button to turn IR light on
3. Aim light in front of IR sensitive camera
This infrared light was built as a compact solution to quickly and easily add infrared light to compatible cameras. With two high-powered infrared LED lights you can attach this to any camera system that has full spectrum or infrared sensitivity. Use the included hook & loop patches to attach it to anything
- Using the two-sided Velcro strips, peel back the tape and stick to the camera without obstructing any functional areas. Cut as needed.
- Make sure the placement is such that the LED lights do not pass the lens of the camera. Doing so may cause unwanted lens flares. If you are seeing lens flares, move the light back and further away from the camera lens. See illustration as a guide.
- Insert a battery into the mounted battery holster (3-volt, size: CR2).
- Push the on/off toggle button to turn on the light.
NOTE
The LED lights on this unit are infrared only. Since there is no visible light emitted from the unit you will not see them light up with the naked eye. You must have an infrared sensitive camera or camcorder to take advantage of this light system. Depending on the camera model and sensativity to light, this unit will generally allow an infrared capable camera to see up to 12 feet in total darkness. As with all cameras, more light equates to better picture quality.