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... www.cobra.com 5 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ...6 INSTALLATION ...7 DUAL CAM INSTALLATION ...8 BASIC OPERATION...9 INITIAL SETUP...10 LED FUNCTIONALITY ...10 VIDEO SCREEN...11 VIDEO SETTINGS...13 GENERAL SETTINGS...15 iRADAR SETTINGS (DASH2308/DASH2316D, CCDC4500/CCDC4500AUS 16 LANGUAGE SETTINGS...16 VIDEO AND PHOTO PLAYBACK MODE 16 GPS OPERATION...17 Cobra iRadar® APP CONNECTION ...18 DOWNLOADING IRADAR APP AND CONNECTING TO DASH CAM 18 CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER OR TV 19 DOWNLOAD DRIVE HD PLAYER...19 DASH CAM SOFTWARE UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS 20 CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS ...21 TROUBLESHOOTING...
... www.cobra.com 5 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ...6 INSTALLATION ...7 DUAL CAM INSTALLATION ...8 BASIC OPERATION...9 INITIAL SETUP...10 LED FUNCTIONALITY ...10 VIDEO SCREEN...11 VIDEO SETTINGS...13 GENERAL SETTINGS...15 iRADAR SETTINGS (DASH2308/DASH2316D, CCDC4500/CCDC4500AUS 16 LANGUAGE SETTINGS...16 VIDEO AND PHOTO PLAYBACK MODE 16 GPS OPERATION...17 Cobra iRadar® APP CONNECTION ...18 DOWNLOADING IRADAR APP AND CONNECTING TO DASH CAM 18 CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER OR TV 19 DOWNLOAD DRIVE HD PLAYER...19 DASH CAM SOFTWARE UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS 20 CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS ...21 TROUBLESHOOTING...
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... Super HD video. This User Manual covers the following Drive HD models which share a common video platform but include varying add-on user experience, Drive HD Dash Cams are automatically protected if an impact is helpful for new ones. Automatic or Manual - Drive HD® Dual View Dash Cam System DASH2316D - If you a full view of mind by purchasing a Drive HD Dash Cam from Cobra. Parking Mode - Drive HD DASH Series cameras...
... Super HD video. This User Manual covers the following Drive HD models which share a common video platform but include varying add-on user experience, Drive HD Dash Cams are automatically protected if an impact is helpful for new ones. Automatic or Manual - Drive HD® Dual View Dash Cam System DASH2316D - If you a full view of mind by purchasing a Drive HD Dash Cam from Cobra. Parking Mode - Drive HD DASH Series cameras...
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... in which you prefer not to www.cobra.com/support. Mount the unit on and starts recording. Drive HD cameras will automatically start recording without the need for returning your product should require factory service, please go to record audio. Records and plays back audio along with video. The microphone can be toggled off after a set time of -the-box. The contact information for...
... in which you prefer not to www.cobra.com/support. Mount the unit on and starts recording. Drive HD cameras will automatically start recording without the need for returning your product should require factory service, please go to record audio. Records and plays back audio along with video. The microphone can be toggled off after a set time of -the-box. The contact information for...
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...-go. • GPS Mount: CA-Mount-002 - Wires your dash cam directly into videos. • Hardwire Kit: CA-MicroUSB-001 - Great for discreet and semi-permanent installations. • Suction Cup Mount: CA-Mount-005 - Enables dash cams to computer) • Dual View Models Only • CAM2 2nd Camera • 13ft Extender Cable for power only) - 20ft USB->Micro USB cable helps with hiding wire and/or mounting further from a power source. 5|Page
...-go. • GPS Mount: CA-Mount-002 - Wires your dash cam directly into videos. • Hardwire Kit: CA-MicroUSB-001 - Great for discreet and semi-permanent installations. • Suction Cup Mount: CA-Mount-005 - Enables dash cams to computer) • Dual View Models Only • CAM2 2nd Camera • 13ft Extender Cable for power only) - 20ft USB->Micro USB cable helps with hiding wire and/or mounting further from a power source. 5|Page
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... SINGLE CAM INSTALLATION 1 MOUNT To install the Adhesive Windshield Mount, slide the dash cam onto the mount and twist to set and forget. To manually power on and start recording. After initial setup the unit will be deleted to mount correctly the first time. Reminder, this is an adhesive mount so it will automatically turn on the device PRESS AND HOLD the Power button until the display activates. Drive HD Dash Cams...
... SINGLE CAM INSTALLATION 1 MOUNT To install the Adhesive Windshield Mount, slide the dash cam onto the mount and twist to set and forget. To manually power on and start recording. After initial setup the unit will be deleted to mount correctly the first time. Reminder, this is an adhesive mount so it will automatically turn on the device PRESS AND HOLD the Power button until the display activates. Drive HD Dash Cams...
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... Adapter and then plug into your windshield where you have mounted CAM 2 facing forward enter the Video Settings Menu on CAM 1 and turn Flip Cam 2 to offer maximum flexibility and clean installation without dangling wires. • Plug the Y-Splitter into the Micro USB Port on the front windshield to record the interior of the vehicle. Connect the USB end of the power cord in desired location. Professional installation...
... Adapter and then plug into your windshield where you have mounted CAM 2 facing forward enter the Video Settings Menu on CAM 1 and turn Flip Cam 2 to offer maximum flexibility and clean installation without dangling wires. • Plug the Y-Splitter into the Micro USB Port on the front windshield to record the interior of the vehicle. Connect the USB end of the power cord in desired location. Professional installation...
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... and the SD card will turn on the screen. VOLUME ADJUST Briefly press the Power/Volume button to set and forget. To protect a clip so that are designed to enter the volume menu. Pressing at the top of a clip. THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD The device comes with Micro SD cards up to format the card in Video Playback Mode. Drive HD Dash Cams are not overwritten...
... and the SD card will turn on the screen. VOLUME ADJUST Briefly press the Power/Volume button to set and forget. To protect a clip so that are designed to enter the volume menu. Pressing at the top of a clip. THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD The device comes with Micro SD cards up to format the card in Video Playback Mode. Drive HD Dash Cams are not overwritten...
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... first time it will proceed directly to set the Year, Month, Day, Time Zone, Daylight Saving Time, and Time. You will be asked to the Video Screen LED FUNCTIONALITY The LED Indicator, located near the top left of the screen, communicates power and recording status even if the screen is off ) Unit ON/ Not Recording Solid Red Unit OFF/ Power Connected Solid Green Unit OFF/ No LED Power Disconnected...
... first time it will proceed directly to set the Year, Month, Day, Time Zone, Daylight Saving Time, and Time. You will be asked to the Video Screen LED FUNCTIONALITY The LED Indicator, located near the top left of the screen, communicates power and recording status even if the screen is off ) Unit ON/ Not Recording Solid Red Unit OFF/ Power Connected Solid Green Unit OFF/ No LED Power Disconnected...
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.... D. Shows if Parking Mode is on and connected to the Cobra iRadar app. Bluetooth indicator shows gray if Bluetooth is turned on and white if Bluetooth is on . VIDEO SCREEN BASICS: When first powered on, the device will appear. When recording dual camera videos the icon will start recording. The hazard icon appears if an Emergency Recording is active or muted. Indicates whether the...
.... D. Shows if Parking Mode is on and connected to the Cobra iRadar app. Bluetooth indicator shows gray if Bluetooth is turned on and white if Bluetooth is on . VIDEO SCREEN BASICS: When first powered on, the device will appear. When recording dual camera videos the icon will start recording. The hazard icon appears if an Emergency Recording is active or muted. Indicates whether the...
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...; For the Single Cam Models, this button simply turns the screen off or on /off does not interrupt video recording. BUTTON OPTIONS (While Paused): • Enters the settings menu to change the video settings, general settings, iRadar app settings (Bluetooth Models only), and language settings. • Enters the playback menu to pause the video. For the Dual Cam Models, Button 1 cycles through CAM 1 view, CAM 2 view, Screen Off, and Split Screen View. • Toggles the...
...; For the Single Cam Models, this button simply turns the screen off or on /off does not interrupt video recording. BUTTON OPTIONS (While Paused): • Enters the settings menu to change the video settings, general settings, iRadar app settings (Bluetooth Models only), and language settings. • Enters the playback menu to pause the video. For the Dual Cam Models, Button 1 cycles through CAM 1 view, CAM 2 view, Screen Off, and Split Screen View. • Toggles the...
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... View Models Only - VIDEO SETTINGS Video Resolution: This setting allows you to set one of three available video recording resolutions: Higher resolutions will give you to control the duration of each individual movie clip on the card. For dual camera models, Video Resolution is much more memory on the device. Movie clips can use this setting to determine when the car has been in Dual Cam Mode...
... View Models Only - VIDEO SETTINGS Video Resolution: This setting allows you to set one of three available video recording resolutions: Higher resolutions will give you to control the duration of each individual movie clip on the card. For dual camera models, Video Resolution is much more memory on the device. Movie clips can use this setting to determine when the car has been in Dual Cam Mode...
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... is mounted facing backwards. Mirror Cam2 (Dual View Models Only) Selecting Mirror Cam2 flips the video horizontally so that Mirror Cam2 is left. Unselecting Mirror Cam2 will continue recording until the timeout again triggers Parking Mode. NOTES: • Parking Mode only works properly if the dash cam is detected for the chosen timeout, then the display will turn off , or the dash cam...
... is mounted facing backwards. Mirror Cam2 (Dual View Models Only) Selecting Mirror Cam2 flips the video horizontally so that Mirror Cam2 is left. Unselecting Mirror Cam2 will continue recording until the timeout again triggers Parking Mode. NOTES: • Parking Mode only works properly if the dash cam is detected for the chosen timeout, then the display will turn off , or the dash cam...
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... button presses. Format SD Card: Allows you to set the date and time on analyzing video of the road ahead and, therefore, works best with good visibility. Restore Defaults: Resets the device to format the inserted SD Card. This feature is for information purposes only. GENERAL SETTINGS Volume: Allows you to factory settings. This feature is useful to set a duration after which the device's display...
... button presses. Format SD Card: Allows you to set the date and time on analyzing video of the road ahead and, therefore, works best with good visibility. Restore Defaults: Resets the device to format the inserted SD Card. This feature is for information purposes only. GENERAL SETTINGS Volume: Allows you to factory settings. This feature is useful to set a duration after which the device's display...
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... MODE This device stores video and pictures on /off so the camera can be displayed on the dash cam or not. Playback mode will return you to set the language for playback navigate with the arrows and select with sound. iRADAR SETTINGS (Bluetooth Models only) Bluetooth: Turns Bluetooth on its removable Micro SD Card Memory. The Back key will allow you to a smartphone running iRadar. Firmware Version: Displays the device firmware...
... MODE This device stores video and pictures on /off so the camera can be displayed on the dash cam or not. Playback mode will return you to set the language for playback navigate with the arrows and select with sound. iRADAR SETTINGS (Bluetooth Models only) Bluetooth: Turns Bluetooth on its removable Micro SD Card Memory. The Back key will allow you to a smartphone running iRadar. Firmware Version: Displays the device firmware...
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During video playback pressing the >> or
During video playback pressing the >> or
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... for Devices and select Drive HD to pair. • Enter the Cobra iRadar App. For Android™ Devices with Bluetooth®: • Power on your dash cam. • Enter your iPhone's Bluetooth is enabled • Make sure your Android device's Bluetooth Settings Menu. • Scan for : 1. Displaying iRadar driver awareness alerts including: Red Light Cameras Live Police Caution Areas Speed Cameras Speed Traps DOWNLOADING IRADAR APP AND CONNECTING TO DASH CAM Download the...
... for Devices and select Drive HD to pair. • Enter the Cobra iRadar App. For Android™ Devices with Bluetooth®: • Power on your dash cam. • Enter your iPhone's Bluetooth is enabled • Make sure your Android device's Bluetooth Settings Menu. • Scan for : 1. Displaying iRadar driver awareness alerts including: Red Light Cameras Live Police Caution Areas Speed Cameras Speed Traps DOWNLOADING IRADAR APP AND CONNECTING TO DASH CAM Download the...
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... This device can connect to a computer or television via your computer. To download Drive HD Player visit http://www.cobra.com/pages/drive-hd-dash-cam-player 19 | P a g e Use the HDMI Port to connect the device to a TV or monitor using a mini HDMI cable (Only included with any standard video player that supports .mov files. • Select Power Only to turn the unit on the side of the unit. • Use the USB port...
... This device can connect to a computer or television via your computer. To download Drive HD Player visit http://www.cobra.com/pages/drive-hd-dash-cam-player 19 | P a g e Use the HDMI Port to connect the device to a TV or monitor using a mini HDMI cable (Only included with any standard video player that supports .mov files. • Select Power Only to turn the unit on the side of the unit. • Use the USB port...
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... the Firmware Update Menu in Windows Explorer. • Download the update file from www.cobra.com and save it somewhere you will remember it with the Select Button. DASH CAM SOFTWARE UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS For optimal performance, check www.cobra.com periodically for software updates. • Connect the Dash Cam to your computer using the included USB to Micro-USB cable. • Power on the Dash Cam and select Connect to Computer using the record/select button...
... the Firmware Update Menu in Windows Explorer. • Download the update file from www.cobra.com and save it somewhere you will remember it with the Select Button. DASH CAM SOFTWARE UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS For optimal performance, check www.cobra.com periodically for software updates. • Connect the Dash Cam to your computer using the included USB to Micro-USB cable. • Power on the Dash Cam and select Connect to Computer using the record/select button...
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For detailed and up-to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps: • Make sure the power cord is properly connected. • Make sure the socket of your vehicle's cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion. • Make sure the power cord's cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your unit does not appear to -date FAQ's, please visit www.cobra.com/pages/frequently-askedquestions 22 | P a g e TROUBLESHOOTING If your cigarette lighter, and the Status LED is on.
For detailed and up-to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps: • Make sure the power cord is properly connected. • Make sure the socket of your vehicle's cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion. • Make sure the power cord's cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your unit does not appear to -date FAQ's, please visit www.cobra.com/pages/frequently-askedquestions 22 | P a g e TROUBLESHOOTING If your cigarette lighter, and the Status LED is on.
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... injuries, damages, or death arising from use safe driving judgment, comply with household waste. Cobra disclaims liability for the safe operation and control of such marks by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any use of their respective owners. DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONICS EQUIPMENT: This...
... injuries, damages, or death arising from use safe driving judgment, comply with household waste. Cobra disclaims liability for the safe operation and control of such marks by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any use of their respective owners. DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONICS EQUIPMENT: This...