Garmin DASH CAM 54 Owner's Manual

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Volume: Adjusts the volume of the camera alerts and videoplayback.Brightness: Adjusts the viewfinder display brightness.Color Mode: Allows you to select day or night color mode. If youselect the Auto option, the device automatically switches today or night colors based on the time of day.Display Timeout: Allows you to set the screen to stay on whilethe camera is receiving power or turn off after one minute ofidle time. The camera continues to record while the screen isoff, and the recording LED remains red to indicate the deviceis recording.Setup: Allows you to set the units of measure, time, andlanguage, and restore them to their default values.About: Displays the camera name, software version number,the unit ID number, and information about several othersoftware features.Regulatory: Displays regulatory and compliance information.Device SetupSelect > Settings > System > Setup.Units: Sets the unit of measure used for distances.Time: Sets the time, date, and format for the time stamp.Language: Sets all on-screen text to the selected language.Restore: Restores all settings to the factory default values andunpairs the camera from the Garmin VIRB app. This optiondoes not delete recorded photos and videos. To delete allphotos and videos on your memory card, you can format thememory card (Formatting the Memory Card, page 1).Device InformationCleaning the Camera LensNOTICEAvoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plasticcomponents.You should clean the camera lens regularly to improve thequality of recorded video.1 Wipe the lens with a non-scratch lens cloth, optionallydampened with isopropyl alcohol.2 Allow the lens to air dry.Support and UpdatesGarmin Express (garmin.com/express) provides easy access tothese services for Garmin devices.• Product registration• Product manuals• Software updatesSetting Up Garmin Express1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.2 Go to garmin.com/express.3 Follow the on-screen instructions.Garmin Support CenterGo to support.garmin.com for help and information, such asproduct manuals, frequently asked questions, videos, andcustomer support.Viewing E-Label Regulatory and ComplianceInformation1 From the settings menu, scroll to the bottom of the menu.2 Select System.3 Select Regulatory.Restarting the DeviceYou can restart your device if it stops functioning.Hold the power key for 12 seconds.SpecificationsOperating temperature range From -20° to 55°C (from -4° to 131°F)Charging temperature range From 0° to 45°C (from 32° to 113°F)Memory card Class 10 or higher microSDHC from 4to 64 GBGarmin Dash Cam 45 wirelessfrequencies2.4 GHz @ 9 dBmGarmin Dash Cam 54/55/65Wwireless frequencies2.4 GHz @ 8 dBmTroubleshootingMy camera feels warm while it is operatingIt is normal for the camera to feel warm during typical use,especially while it is recording high-resolution video ortransmitting a Wi‑Fi®signal.My memory card has degraded and needs tobe replacedAll microSD memory cards wear out after they are overwritten alarge number of times. Periodically formatting the card canextend the useful life and improve performance. Because thedash camera records continuously, you may need to replace thememory card periodically (Installing the Memory Card, page 1).Your device detects memory card errors automatically and alertsyou when it is time to format or replace your memory card.You can take these actions to help extend the useful life of thememory card.• Format the memory card at least one time every six months(Formatting the Memory Card, page 1).• If the device displays a memory card error alert, first tryformatting the memory card (Formatting the Memory Card,page 1) and then, if necessary, replace the memory card(Installing the Memory Card, page 1).• Turn off the device when your vehicle is not in use.If your device is not connected to an ignition-switched vehiclepower outlet, you should turn off the device when yourvehicle is not in use to prevent the dash camera fromrecording unneeded footage.• Use a memory card with a higher storage capacity.Because higher-capacity memory cards are overwritten lessfrequently, they usually last longer.• Use a high-quality memory card with a speed rating of class10 or higher.• Purchase your replacement memory card from a high-qualitymanufacturer and a reputable vendor.My video recordings are blurry• Clean the camera lens (Cleaning the Camera Lens, page 7).• Clean the windshield in front of the camera.• Verify the area of the windshield in front of the camera iscleared by the windshield wipers, and move the device, ifnecessary.Device Information 7

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