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Contents Before Use ...01 Dashboard Camera Function Guide 01 Precautions for Use 02 Accessories ...10 Key Features ...10 Parts Name and Functions 11 Installation and Connection 14 Initial Settings ...18 Basic Operation ...20 Settings ...30 Connection with Computer 32 Using the Desktop Software 33 Using the Smartphone App 43 Troubleshooting ...51 Appendix ...53 Specifications ...56
Contents Before Use ...01 Dashboard Camera Function Guide 01 Precautions for Use 02 Accessories ...10 Key Features ...10 Parts Name and Functions 11 Installation and Connection 14 Initial Settings ...18 Basic Operation ...20 Settings ...30 Connection with Computer 32 Using the Desktop Software 33 Using the Smartphone App 43 Troubleshooting ...51 Appendix ...53 Specifications ...56
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.... While most instances, the video files are easily played on while connected to your mobile device. The device lets users adjust camera settings to the use the entire capacity of operations not actually performed. Before Use • The screen images and operation examples in this document were created for those moments you are not connected to permanent power. Dashboard Camera Function Guide With new technology readily available...
.... While most instances, the video files are easily played on while connected to your mobile device. The device lets users adjust camera settings to the use the entire capacity of operations not actually performed. Before Use • The screen images and operation examples in this document were created for those moments you are not connected to permanent power. Dashboard Camera Function Guide With new technology readily available...
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..., do not operate the controls of your device with the power on. Nonadhesive generic screen protectors designed specifically for Use Precautions and notices Warning! Replace the unit if it to severe shock. • Do not subject your device. Make sure that you place the device in a car. Precautions for use on portable devices with LCD panels may damage the device. 02 Do not operate the device while driving. This could...
..., do not operate the controls of your device with the power on. Nonadhesive generic screen protectors designed specifically for Use Precautions and notices Warning! Replace the unit if it to severe shock. • Do not subject your device. Make sure that you place the device in a car. Precautions for use on portable devices with LCD panels may damage the device. 02 Do not operate the device while driving. This could...
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... driving or airbag operation. • When installing the device in a vehicle equipped with a driving support system, check the instruction manual of the vehicle and then select an installation position that will not interfere with the driving support system. • If the device is installed incorrectly, event recording or parked recording may not work correctly. • Refer to "Installation and Connection" for the loosening of fixing knob, installation orientation, installation...
... driving or airbag operation. • When installing the device in a vehicle equipped with a driving support system, check the instruction manual of the vehicle and then select an installation position that will not interfere with the driving support system. • If the device is installed incorrectly, event recording or parked recording may not work correctly. • Refer to "Installation and Connection" for the loosening of fixing knob, installation orientation, installation...
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... equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. These limits are expressly approved in a particular installation. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in the instruction manual. Changes or modifications to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. 3-12 221-0022 DRV-A301W RU Д-JP...
... equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. These limits are expressly approved in a particular installation. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in the instruction manual. Changes or modifications to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. 3-12 221-0022 DRV-A301W RU Д-JP...
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...limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of Conformity Trade Name: KENWOOD Products: Dashboard Camera Model Name: DRV-A301W ...device may cause undesired operation of RF energy that is deemed to the following two conditions: 1. Supplier's Declaration of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. L'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. PHONE: 310 639-9000 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART...
...limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of Conformity Trade Name: KENWOOD Products: Dashboard Camera Model Name: DRV-A301W ...device may cause undesired operation of RF energy that is deemed to the following two conditions: 1. Supplier's Declaration of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. L'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. PHONE: 310 639-9000 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART...
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... works with the device's playback feature. - Parking Mode The dashboard camera has a parking mode, but a unique feature enables the device to access button around the screen, you just captured. - By pressing our easy to automatically record 30 seconds of video if there is uniquely designed for easy attaching and removing so you have everything below. Cable Clips Key Features - 2.7" LCD Color Screen...
... works with the device's playback feature. - Parking Mode The dashboard camera has a parking mode, but a unique feature enables the device to access button around the screen, you just captured. - By pressing our easy to automatically record 30 seconds of video if there is uniquely designed for easy attaching and removing so you have everything below. Cable Clips Key Features - 2.7" LCD Color Screen...
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... for the CLICK that will power off automatically when you hear a click. (microSD card is inserted into the slot until the sound is facing the LCD screen. AV Output The device can be connected to record your microSD card here. Remember: DO NOT REMOVE OR INSERT THE MEMORY CARD WHILE THE DEVICE IS TURNED ON. - Before installing, make sure the gold end of...
... for the CLICK that will power off automatically when you hear a click. (microSD card is inserted into the slot until the sound is facing the LCD screen. AV Output The device can be connected to record your microSD card here. Remember: DO NOT REMOVE OR INSERT THE MEMORY CARD WHILE THE DEVICE IS TURNED ON. - Before installing, make sure the gold end of...
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... device with driving. 14 Reset Button On the rare occasions the device has a problem, use the reset button to the center of the windshield behind the rear-view mirror will also be replaced after you remove the front pillar cover. Left-hand Drive Right-hand Drive Caution When passing the power cord through the front pillar or another part, observe the points below when performing the wiring work. • Wire the power cord...
... device with driving. 14 Reset Button On the rare occasions the device has a problem, use the reset button to the center of the windshield behind the rear-view mirror will also be replaced after you remove the front pillar cover. Left-hand Drive Right-hand Drive Caution When passing the power cord through the front pillar or another part, observe the points below when performing the wiring work. • Wire the power cord...
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... already installed on the mount. 1. 1.1 CONNECT THE DEVICE TO THE MAGNETIC MOUNT Attach the device onto (e) the magnetic connector on the suction mount. The suction mount makes it easier to attach and detach from the windshield while the adhesive mount provides more solid support for proper installation. 1.2 REPLACE THE SUCTION MOUNT WITH THE ADHESIVE MOUNT: Suction Mount (a) Suction release tab Adhesive Mount (b) Locking lever (c) Locking ring (d) Power socket (e) Magnetic Connector...
... already installed on the mount. 1. 1.1 CONNECT THE DEVICE TO THE MAGNETIC MOUNT Attach the device onto (e) the magnetic connector on the suction mount. The suction mount makes it easier to attach and detach from the windshield while the adhesive mount provides more solid support for proper installation. 1.2 REPLACE THE SUCTION MOUNT WITH THE ADHESIVE MOUNT: Suction Mount (a) Suction release tab Adhesive Mount (b) Locking lever (c) Locking ring (d) Power socket (e) Magnetic Connector...
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... Protect button when you set the Wireless Link password. From now on and start driving! - Doing so will automatically turn on , the device will result in permanent damage to your vehicle, use . This will directly connect to the device. - TIP: You can switch the capitalization by restoring defaults. - If there is no 12 V outlet or cigar lighter socket for other use the included USB power cord...
... Protect button when you set the Wireless Link password. From now on and start driving! - Doing so will automatically turn on , the device will result in permanent damage to your vehicle, use . This will directly connect to the device. - TIP: You can switch the capitalization by restoring defaults. - If there is no 12 V outlet or cigar lighter socket for other use the included USB power cord...
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... driving the car and automatically switch from Parking Mode to Normal Mode. • G Sensor: G sensor is no vibration at all the settings to re-activate the display. OPTIONS: MPH (default)/KMH • Screen Saver: the device has a function to put your license plate number to let the screen shut down after turning on the recorded files. OPTIONS: On (default)/Off • License Plate Stamp: Input...
... driving the car and automatically switch from Parking Mode to Normal Mode. • G Sensor: G sensor is no vibration at all the settings to re-activate the display. OPTIONS: MPH (default)/KMH • Screen Saver: the device has a function to put your license plate number to let the screen shut down after turning on the recorded files. OPTIONS: On (default)/Off • License Plate Stamp: Input...
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... time zone setting. Settings Access the SETUP MENU by using use your selection and to return to set the value. Wireless Link Format SD Card Device Sounds Time & Date OK Enter JUL 7 MENU Back Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select setting options and press the OK button to change the settings. Once you to use the UP and DOWN buttons to the SETUP MENU. Under most circumstances, you don't need to enter the sub-menu...
... time zone setting. Settings Access the SETUP MENU by using use your selection and to return to set the value. Wireless Link Format SD Card Device Sounds Time & Date OK Enter JUL 7 MENU Back Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select setting options and press the OK button to change the settings. Once you to use the UP and DOWN buttons to the SETUP MENU. Under most circumstances, you don't need to enter the sub-menu...
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... 03:22:43 11:17:01 02/13/2019 Model: Firmware: Check updates: FCC ID: IC: OK Next System Info DRV-A301W V3.3_AIZGAA_D www.kenwood.com/cs/ce IOMDRVA301W 282C-DRVA301W MENU Back System Info This device complies with part 15 of how many satellite signals the device is receiving. NOTE: Make sure the Dash Cam is subject to the following two conditions...
... 03:22:43 11:17:01 02/13/2019 Model: Firmware: Check updates: FCC ID: IC: OK Next System Info DRV-A301W V3.3_AIZGAA_D www.kenwood.com/cs/ce IOMDRVA301W 282C-DRVA301W MENU Back System Info This device complies with part 15 of how many satellite signals the device is receiving. NOTE: Make sure the Dash Cam is subject to the following two conditions...
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... for displaying video recorded with the device. OS: Apple Mac OS X 10.11 (El Capitan) or later Microsoft, Windows, and DirectX are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in which you have administrator's rights. 1. Installing the Software Install the software in a computer environment in the US and other countries. Install according to the on-screen instructions. Using the Desktop Software "KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER" is...
... for displaying video recorded with the device. OS: Apple Mac OS X 10.11 (El Capitan) or later Microsoft, Windows, and DirectX are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in which you have administrator's rights. 1. Installing the Software Install the software in a computer environment in the US and other countries. Install according to the on-screen instructions. Using the Desktop Software "KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER" is...
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... playlist then play speed : Click to erase the selected files from the play control buttons : Available options from one . -Default speed : 1X 7. Video playlist : A video thumbnail will end up / down videos on the device with built-in GPS) 15. Latitude : Display the latitude of files in GPS) 16. Video time line : Drag the Video time line bar to Rewind or Forward to change the UOM...
... playlist then play speed : Click to erase the selected files from the play control buttons : Available options from one . -Default speed : 1X 7. Video playlist : A video thumbnail will end up / down videos on the device with built-in GPS) 15. Latitude : Display the latitude of files in GPS) 16. Video time line : Drag the Video time line bar to Rewind or Forward to change the UOM...
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... input a number to change the size of video. 2. How to validate the current work and proceed with the next step. 4. Edit the timeline of the video by moving the white block on the timeline to remove the GPS and G-sensor file of the exported video. 2. Confirm and click to Edit the Video: JKVECNWV I DOEOODPVLIADYEEOR PLAYER File Edit Setup Share Help INFORMATION Edit Mode...
... input a number to change the size of video. 2. How to validate the current work and proceed with the next step. 4. Edit the timeline of the video by moving the white block on the timeline to remove the GPS and G-sensor file of the exported video. 2. Confirm and click to Edit the Video: JKVECNWV I DOEOODPVLIADYEEOR PLAYER File Edit Setup Share Help INFORMATION Edit Mode...
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... pair the dashboard camera device. 4. Press the Connect button and select from the network list to live view screen. 2. Open the KENWOOD DASH CAM MANAGER of the smartphone app. 3. About 3 5 Displays the dashboard camera firmware version and app's information. 44 Enter the Wireless Link password into the smartphone. 5. Long press the Wireless Link button on the device and enter the connecting mode. 2. Files On Mobile 2 4 The video...
... pair the dashboard camera device. 4. Press the Connect button and select from the network list to live view screen. 2. Open the KENWOOD DASH CAM MANAGER of the smartphone app. 3. About 3 5 Displays the dashboard camera firmware version and app's information. 44 Enter the Wireless Link password into the smartphone. 5. Long press the Wireless Link button on the device and enter the connecting mode. 2. Files On Mobile 2 4 The video...
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.... 5. Video/Image Play/Pause the video. 3. Edit Mode Press the button to adjust the video length. Note: This feature only work when the video had GPS data. 9. Delete Delete the selected file on Mobile to enter the Local Video Playback mode to switch display file on the smartphone. 10. Cut Video Cut video to edit mode. 6. Switch Display Video/Image File Press the button to review the downloaded videos with Google Maps, and also view...
.... 5. Video/Image Play/Pause the video. 3. Edit Mode Press the button to adjust the video length. Note: This feature only work when the video had GPS data. 9. Delete Delete the selected file on Mobile to enter the Local Video Playback mode to switch display file on the smartphone. 10. Cut Video Cut video to edit mode. 6. Switch Display Video/Image File Press the button to review the downloaded videos with Google Maps, and also view...
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... your computers. The total video recording time is only a few minutes long I cannot save my video files to push forward until a CLICK sound is connected properly. The functions have a small amount of a small coin to my computer through the USB storage feature You may not be played The device video files are being played The memory card that the device recommends for a stronger...
... your computers. The total video recording time is only a few minutes long I cannot save my video files to push forward until a CLICK sound is connected properly. The functions have a small amount of a small coin to my computer through the USB storage feature You may not be played The device video files are being played The memory card that the device recommends for a stronger...