Garmin Dash Cam Mini Owner's Manual

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Determines when the device deletes unsaved video footage.When the Delete When Full option is selected, the devicedeletes the oldest unsaved video when the memory cardstorage is full. When the Promptly Delete option is selected,the device continually deletes unsaved video more than threeminutes old and deletes all unsaved video each time it ispowered off. This is useful to help protect data privacy.Units and Time: Adjusts settings for the date and time format.About Device: Lists the camera software version and unit ID.Format SD Card: Formats the memory card and deletes allvideos, photos, and data on the card.Restore Defaults: Restores the device to factory defaultsettings and unpairs the device from the Garmin Drive app.Forget Device: Unpairs the device from the Garmin Drive app.Renaming a CameraYou can change the name of your camera to help differentiate itfrom other cameras in a multiple camera network.1 Select .2 Select a camera.3 Select Camera Setup.4 Select a camera name from the Camera Name field.TIP: You can select Custom to enter a custom camera name.Device InformationStatus LEDsThe microphone LED and the status LED show the devicestatus.Microphone LED Activity StatusRed The device is recording audio.Off The device is not recording audio.Status LEDActivityStatusGreen The device is connected to a computer in massstorage mode.The memory card is being formatted.Flashing green The device is booting.An update is being installed.Red Video is recording.Flashing red A photo or video is being saved.Alternating red andyellowThe memory card is low on space or isunderperforming.Flashing yellow There is a problem with the memory card.Blue The device is in Wi‑Fi®sharing mode orBluetooth®pairing mode.Off The device is not connected to power.Cleaning 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.Updating Your Device Using the GarminDrive AppThe Garmin Drive app notifies you when a software update isavailable for your device.1 In the Garmin Drive app, select Install Now.The software update is sent to your device. You are notifiedwhen the transfer is complete.2 Disconnect the device from power until the device turns off.3 Connect the device to power.The device installs the software update.NOTE: Footage is not recorded while the software isupdating.Product UpdatesOn your computer, install Garmin Express™ (www.garmin.com/express).This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices:• Software updates• Product registrationSetting 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.SpecificationsOperating temperature range From -20° to 60°C (from -4° to 140°F)Wireless frequencies/protocols Wi‑Fi 2.4 GHz @ 9 dBmBluetooth 2.4 GHzMemory Card SpecificationsThe camera requires a memory card with these specifications.Type microSDHC or microSDXCCapacity 8 GB or greaterSpeed class Class 10 or higherFile system FAT32AppendixParked Video RecordingNOTICEDue to privacy regulations, this feature is not available in allareas. It is your responsibility to know and comply withapplicable laws and rights to privacy in your jurisdiction.Before you can record videos while parked, you must connectyour camera to the Dash Cam parking mode cable accessory(Connecting the Parking Mode Cable Accessory to Power,page 5).4 Device Information