Oregon Scientific ATC2K User Manual
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1. 11 Turning On Off the Camera mmm eee 12 e Inserting Removing the SD Card RR m eee ee nene 13 Taking Video Footage mmm eee 14 VII Menu Settings 15 coco ees cao es cae esas 19 Sound Recording tiere eie haber r o e 19 e Deleting video footage eontra n ee eate anda ouo I eaae Loa kcu x PPP E aed 19 Bettie Datel pir cuperem n 20 SD Memory Care deanna 22 VIII Connecting EC TI TR mor 24 Playing back video footage on a TV eee e eee nnn ne 25 K Troubleshooting ssa aaas 26 P AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 3 I Camera Precautions Notice the following guidelines when using your camera ATC 2K is not shock proof You should avoid dropping it For your safety do not press the buttons on the camera during sports activities Do not place the camera in a damp or dusty location for extended periods of time This may cause a fire or an electrical shock Do not leave the camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures such as under direct sunlight for extended periods of time This may affect the camera case and internal components Clean the lens with a blower typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that you pump to produce a stream of air out the other end or wipe it with a soft cloth in a spiraling motion to remove fingerprints or dusts We recommend using Lithium ba2. AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 1 Oregon PLAY HARD RECORD EVE WATER RESISTANT HANDS FREE AM 1 FLASH MEMORY VIDEO RECORDER 4 a ATC 2K AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 2 Orecon SCIENTIFIC Dear customer Thank you for choosing the Oregon Scientific ATC 2K Designed and engineered with extreme precision the Oregon Scientific ATC 2K allows you to record cool action movie footage We recommend parents help their children with their Oregon Scientific ATC 2K This manual is designed using technical information to allow you to achieve the best results Some children may require your guidance setting up learning and understanding how to use the different aspects of the ATC 2K OREGON SCIENTIFIC and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by OREGON SCIENTIFIC Inc 2006 OREGON SCIENTIFIC Inc All Rights Reserved Oregon Scientific ATC 2K Rai Tu C D ER escent 1 Water Resistant Feature ccscccesccescccecccesccesccesccescccssccssceescecssecsacessceescecsneesaeees 2 II Technical Specifications EOE EO EEA PEASE PIN UR RN 5 Computer System Requirements Q 6 IV Camera Description 7 V Camera Mounting Description nnne 9 11 Battery Installation nnne nen
3. F to 14 09 to 10 C you may order the pouch by completing and mailing the accessories order form found in your ATC 2K box Note a We recommend using the Energizer e2 lithium batteries not included in temperatures under 32 F 0 C b We recommend using the heat pad not included in temperatures under 32 F to 14 0 C to 10 C Don t use the camera in temperatures under 14 F 10 C this may cause the camera to malfunction AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 5 5 II Technical Specifications Sensor resolution 640x480 VGA CMOS sensor Built in memory 32MB SD memory card drive supports cards of up to 2GB Not included Movie storage 640 x 480 pixels 30 or 15 frames per second 320 x 240 pixels 30 or 15 frames per second 160 x 120 pixels 30 or 15 frames per second Status LCD 2 digit B W on top for functions Focusing Fixed range from 1 5m infinity Movie images AVI File format of Interface USB 1 1 Delete image All last one Auto Shut Off 10 minutes Battery 2 x AA alkaline batteries Dimensions 40mm diam x 110mm long Operation system WIN2000 XP III Computer System Requirements Minimum System Requirements Pentium III 800 MHz or higher e Windows XP Windows 2000 128 MB RAM 800 MB Free hard disk space SVGA 800 x 600 resolution video support 32 bit 16 bit Windows compatible sound device AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 6 7
4. 2 Press the Movie shutter button to start recording Make sure the ATC 2K is turned off during the insertion or the removal of the One beeping sound The time elapsed will be SD card shown on the LCD display Warning The card and the data may be damaged if the SD card is inserted 3 Press the Movie shutter button again to stop or removed while the camera is on recording Two beeping sounds The length of the Insert video footage will show on the LCD display for 3 seconds Turn off ATC 2K 2 Turn and pull to release the cover at the end of the unit 3 Insert the card carefully and completely C3 4 Close the cover at the end of the unit Remove 1 Turn off ATC 2K 2 Turn and pull to release the cover at the end of the unit 3 Push the card until it clicks then pull the card out 4 Close the cover at the end of the unit Note a Make sure the card is inserted correctly b Do not touch the connect terminals on the back of the SD card c The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted d The card and the data may be damaged if the SD card is inserted or 13 removed while the camera is still on 14 99 after which the remaining time will be shown The remaining time is only an estimate 4 Press and hold the Menu button for 2 seconds to select the desired resolution 640 x 480 320 x 240 160 x 120 Press the Menu button gt again to shift through the icons representing these resolutions at the top
5. AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 12 19 Sound Recording When the sound icon is flashing the ON will be shown on screen ON means recording sound during filming Press the Movie shutter button one beeping sound to switch to OFF at which means no recording sound After OFF it will loop back to ON after pressing Movie shutter button again Press the Enter button two beeping sounds to confirm the setting and to go to the next function icon Deleting video footage U To delete the last video footage that was recorded press the Menu button until the Status LCD displays W Press the Enter button to confirm Repeat these two steps to individually delete your files Note After file deletion the LCD display will adjust the remaining number of files accordingly Delete Video Footage W To delete all video footage stored in your camera press the Menu button until the LCD displays W Press the Enter button to confirm Note It may take a few minutes to delete multiple files at one time Setting Date Time Clock Set Shift to the Date icon in the Menu mode by pressing the Menu button repeatedly When the Date icon is flashing press the Enter button to change the date and time 4M Setting the Year 1 Press the Movie shutter button to adjust the last digit of the year 2000 2009 Press the Enter button to confirm the last digit 2 Press the Movie shutter button to adjust
6. Attach the rubberized patch to the bottom of the helmet grip 2 3 Place the helmet grip on the helmet and thread the velcro strap through the helmet grip 4 Secure the velcro strap by fastening it through the helmet vents 5 Slide the camera into the helmet grip and adjust the angle of the camera makig sure it s tight 4 3 Mounting the camera using the handlebar grip 1 Place the handlebar grip on the handlebar 2 Add the screw and nut to hold the handlebar grip securely 3 Slide the camera into the handlebar grip and make sure the handlebar grip is locked with the camera 4 Adjust the angle of the camera AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 8 VI Quick Start Battery Installation 1 Turn and pull to release the cover at the end of the unit 2 Release the battery tray by pushing the release hook with a pen or similar object 3 Insert 2 x AA alkaline batteries into the battery tray with the polarity in the direction as shown 4 Replace the tray and cover Be careful The edge of the clip is sharp when turning and pulling the cover make sure the clip is in the same direction as the lens Observe the following precautions when turning and pulling the cover of the camera Important When the camera is low in battery the low battery icon will appear on the LCD display Always download video footages to your PC prior to replacing batteries to avoid memory loss Note
7. IV Camera Description Lens Camera grip Screw Nut Handlebar grip Helmet grip O ring 8 USB cable 9 AV cable 10 Rubberized patch 11 Velcro patch 12 Short Velcro strap 13 Long Velcro strap 14 Silicon rubber head strap 15 Bolt 16 Silicon grease container 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 LCD display ON OFF amp Enter button Movie shutter button Menu button Microphone Mini USB port AV port SD card slot SD card Not included Battery door Batteries Not included AT18 manual US 9 10 20 06 14 31 Page 7 V Camera Mounting Description The camera can be mounted in a number of ways using the straps and the Velcro patch provided Please follow the methods of mounting as suggested below unscrew Fixing the position of the camera a Turn it left to screw the camera tight to fix it into position b Turn it right to unscrew the camera Mounting the camera onto the helmet using the silicon rubber strap 1 Attach the rubberized patch to the bottom of the helmet grip 2 3 Thread the silicon rubber strap through the helmet grip 4 Mount the helmet grip to the helmet using the silicon rubber strap 5 Slide the camera into the helmet grip 6 Adjust the angle of the camera making sure it s tight Mounting the camera using the velcro strap
8. a Battery installation should be done under adult supervision b Do not mix old and new batteries together Replace all the batteries at the same time c Remove the batteries if the camera is not going to be used for long periods of time This will save battery life 11 d Do not mix alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used e Non rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged f Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the camera before being charged g Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision h Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the camera 1 The supply terminals are not to be short circuited Turning On the Camera Press and hold the 0 for 2 seconds two beeping sounds The LCD display will light up For your safety do not press any buttons on the camera during sports activities Turning Off the Camera 1 Press and hold the 2 for 2 seconds two beeping sounds The LCD display will turn off 2 The camera will be turned off automatically after 10 minutes of not being used unless it is in USB mode AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 9 D bos If the jak is connected to your PC you have to unplug the USB Taking Video Footage cable to turn off the camera 1 Aim at the subject you want to shoot Inserting Removing the SD memory Card
9. the 3rd digit of the year 201 X 209 X Press the Enter button to confirm after which you would be able to adjust the month 20 7 AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 13 Setting the Month SD Memory Card When adjusting the month will be turned on Press the On this unit you can use SD Memory Cards of the following capacity Movie shutter button to adjust the month Press the Enter button from 8MB to 2 GB to confirm after which you would be able to adjust the day To use a SD memory card turn off the ATC 2K and insert the SD memory card When the camera is turned on again the SD card icon will be displayed on the LCD Setting the Day The remaining time will also be displayed on the LCD AII the new captured When adjusting the day the D will be turned on Press the video footages will be saved onto the SD card Movie shutter button to adjust the day Press the Enter button to Note confirm after which you would be able to adjust the Time 1 If there is an error on the SD memory card the SD card icon and the letters Err will be displayed on the LCD In this case turn off the Setting the Time camera and remove the SD card 69 When adjusting the hour the will be turned on Press the 2 The SD card is equipped with a Write Protect switch that can prevent Movie shutter button to adjust the hour Press the Enter button to writing and formatting to the card The letters Err will be
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11. cluding interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the 4 user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil mum rique de la class B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada 086
12. displayed if the SD card is locked with Write Protect switch 3 Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing 4 We recommend using SanDisk regular or Sandisk Ultra II SD card confirm the hour after which you would be able to adjust the minute When adjusting the minute the will be turned on Press the Movie shutter button to adjust the minute Click on the Enter button to confirm the time and quit this mode 21 2208 AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 14 Available Recording Time The available recording time is an approximation These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card Picture quality VGA VGA QVGA QVGA QQVGA QQVGA setting 30 fps 15 fps 30 fps 15 fps 30 fps 15 fps SD Memory Card 64 MB 128 MB memory 2MB 525 imnzns imnses amnies Memory Os VIII Connecting to PC You can acquire recorded video footage from a PC by connecting the ATC 2K to the PC Connect your camera to your PC using the USB cable This enables you to download your video footage to your PC 1 Turn on ATC 2K 2 Connect ATC 2K to a PC via the USB cable 3 PC appears on the ATC 2K screen which means ATC 2K is connected to your PC 4 The ATC 2K drive appears in the My Computer folder If you are connecting the camera to a PC for the first time the required driver is installed automatically so that the camera can be recogniz
13. ed by lt Windows Plug and Play The ATC 2K drive then appears on the My Computer folder 5 Open folder in the DCIM folder to start selecting your desired video files Copy the desired video to your PC Folder Composition Removable disk Internal Memory 100COACH AVI 0001 avi AVI 0002 avi AVI 9999 avi SD Memory Card AT18 manual US 25 10 20 06 14 31 Page 15 Note 1 Videos will be saved in AVI format 2 ATC 2K is connected to the PC when the SD card is inserted in the camera the 100COACH folder will show the files on the SD card IX Playing back video footage on a Turn the ATC 2K and TV off 2 Connect your ATC 2K to your TV using the AV cable 3 Turn the TV and ATC 2K on 4 AU appears on the ATC 2K screen TV mode is automatically activated when the AV cable is connected to the ATC 2K Once the cable is connected the function keys will be shown on the TV screen The function keys include Pause Stop Reverse amp Play Forward and Delete One amp Press the Menu button to move the highlight cursor along the function keys 2 Press the Enter button when the desired function key is highlighted 3 To delete one file select the Delete One icon and confirm by pressing the Enter button ATC 2K Website Please use the link below to check for the latest information http www oregon
14. event that copyrights are violated by the use of this camera Water Resistant Feature This ATC 2K camera is water resistant but it cannot be used underwater Oregon Scientific will not assume any responsibility for malfunction of the camera caused by water getting inside as a result of misuse by the user The camera is water resistant and is not damaged by water spray from any direction Observe the following precautions when using the camera Do not take video underwater Do not wash the camera with water Do not drop the camera into water Precaution Follow the steps below to increase the water resistant of the camera Step 1 Apply silicon grease included Take out the o ring and use your fingers to gently rub on a thin layer of silicon grease onto the surface of the o ring The silicon grease needs to be applied on the o ring evenly AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 4 Step 2 Add one extra o ring for more protection Add one extra o ring for more protection follow the same instruction as Step 1 Make sure the cover is closed Water may get inside the camera if the battery cover is not firmly closed If the camera gets wet wipe the water off as soon as possible with a dry cloth Other camera accessories are not water resistant Using the camera in cold weather Cold Weather Pouch Not included If you want to use your ATC 2K camera in cold weather under 32
15. of the LCD display as described on page 15 The icons will flash until you press Enter to confirm your selection Note 1 Default resolution is 640 x 480 VGA 2 When the time is shown you will see H for hour M for minute and S for second 3 If the recording time is long the video file may be separated into two files automatically AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 10 D VII Menu Settings 5 The different mode icons are shown in the table below Press and hold the Menu button for 2 seconds one beeping sound to start selecting options 2 You can shift through different shooting modes by High resolution Large video format 640x480 pixels less storage capability Mei TesoluHon Medium video format 320x240 pixels pressing the Menu button repeatedly The LCD will display each mode as you press the Menu button 3 Press the Enter button to confirm the selection 4 When you want to exit the Menu Selection mode EIU pore shift through the icons by pressing the Menu button Sound recording repeatedly until the selected icon stops flashing Delete the last video footage Erases the last video footage taken Erases all video footages stored in the camera or SD memory card Press Menu button Press Menu button e The frame rate of video footage is 30 frames per 30 frames per second second Smoother and less storage capability The frame rate of video footage is 15 frames pe
16. r 15 frames per second second Less smooth and more storage capability SD card is inserted in the camera 15 AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 11 Resolution a 640 x 480 320 x 240 160 x 120 pixels resolution To change the resolution press the Menu button until the desired resolution icon is displayed on the LCD Press the Enter button to UIC confirm your selection 640 X 480 pixel This camera allows you to choose from three video resolutions Uri 888 640 x 480 HE 320 x 240 and F 160 x 120 pixels High resolution video footage has better quality because it has more pixels while lower a 320 X 240 pixel resolutions have fewer pixels but allow taking longer video footage The duration of video footage your camera can take depends on the resolution you choose To switch between high resolution medium resolution and low T C resolution press the Menu button until the Status LCD displays the correct 160 X 120 pixel icon Press the Enter button to confirm your selection Frame rate fps When the resolution icon is flashing press Movie shutter button to select 30 fps 850 or 15 fps 805 5 ress REC fps frames per second This refers to the number buttondo of frames used in 1 second change the You can record smoother motion pictures with 30 fps frame rate You can record longer motion pictures with 15 fps although the picture quality is lower 17 18
17. scientific com atc2k us X Troubleshooting Before contacting an authorized service center at 1 800 853 8883 or sending an email to atc oregonscientific com Please carry out the following simple checks as they may save you the time of an unnecessary service call There s no display Are the batteries properly installed Do the batteries need replacing After ATC 2K is connected to my PC it cannot find the new drive in My Computer folder Make sure each end of the ATC 2K USB cable is properly and firmly connected Make sure your USB port is working properly Try connecting another USB device into the port If the other device does not work the USB port may be malfunctioned In this case contact your system manufacturer or the manufacturer of your USB card 26 7 AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 16 I can t capture the video footage Further Help Make sure there is enough space on the internal memory of ATC 2K or the We make every effort to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the SD card the display will tell you how much time there is left for video information provided on our products However errors can sometimes occur recording We believe it is important for us to stand behind our products and we Make sure the SD card is not locked if you have inserted the SD card The encourage you to email us at atc oregonscientific com or call our letters Err will be displayed if the SD card is locked Cus
18. tomer Service Department at 1 800 853 8883 with any problems and or suggestions that you might have Our service representatives will be happy to Troubleshooting continued help you The remaining time is not accurate The remaining time is not always accurate because it is only an estimate The remaining time depends not only on the time recorded but on the color density of the video footage Under conditions with high contrast such cp as outdoors the actual time available will be less than under low contrast conditions such as indoors I can t play the video footage on my television Make sure each end of the AV cable is properly and firmly connected to ATC 2K and to your television Make sure the ATC 2K is turned on Some captured video footage cannot be found when SD card is inserted The video footage may be stored on the internal memory Connect ATC 2K to your PC without an SD card and it will show the files in the internal memory 27 28 AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 17 Note AT18 manual US 10 20 06 14 31 Page 18 Orecon I ENT Oregon Scientific Inc 19861 SW 95th Avenue Tualatin OR 97062 USA Hotline 1 800 853 8883 Website www oregonscientific com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received in
19. tteries or Alkaline batteries with temperature between 32 F to 104 0 C to 40 C It allows you to record your video for longer periods of time e The working temperature range of a normal Alkaline AA battery is 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 Above or below this temperature may cause the batteries to malfunction We recommend using the lithium batteries which temperature is under 32 F 0 C Turn off the camera before removing the batteries and the memory card The card and the data may be damaged if the SD is inserted or removed while the camera is still on Remove the batteries and memory card before storing the camera for long periods of time then keep it in a well ventilated place to prevent molding Under the following circumstances have the camera repaired by qualified personnel a The plug is damaged or worn b The device has been dropped and or the casing has been damaged c Liquid has entered the camera Disclaimer Oregon Scientific will not under any circumstances be responsible for injuries or property damages incurred during participation of any high risk sport activity not endorsed or recommended by Oregon Scientific camera malfunction will not be warranted except for manufacturing defects Notes on copyright Users are asked to note that the transfer of memory containing photos or data protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed Users assume all responsibility in the
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