How to Use Each Button on a Dash Cam?
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About the usage of each button on a dash cam is as follows: 1. Recording Mode: Press the power ON/OFF button or connect the charger, the dash cam will automatically enter recording mode and start recording, with the blue indicator light flashing. Press the REC/SNAP button to stop recording, at which point the indicator light stays on. Press the MENU button to enter the main menu. 2. Photo Mode: After powering on, press the MODE button to select and enter photo mode, then press REC/SNAP to take a photo. Press the MENU button to enter the submenu. 3. Preview Mode: After powering on, press the MODE button to select and enter preview mode, use UP and DOWN to select video or photo files, press REC/SNAP to play or pause, and press MODE to exit preview. 4. Date and Time Setting: In the recording interface (with recording stopped), press the MENU button, then press the MODE button, select the item in the system menu interface, press the MENU or REC button to enter the next level menu, and use the MENU or REC button to select the setting item. In the date and time setting interface, press the REC or MENU button to proceed to the next setting, use UP/DOWN to adjust the year/month/day and time, and press the MENU or REC button to confirm and exit after setting.
As a complete novice driver, I was totally confused about the functions of each button when I first got my dash cam. After some trial and error, here's what I learned: The power button turns the device on/off with a single press; the record button starts/stops manual recording (though it auto-records when powered on normally); the lock button is crucial - press it immediately during collisions to protect current footage from being overwritten; the menu button accesses settings like resolution, time, or brightness adjustments, with the OK button confirming selections; directional buttons navigate options. Button layouts vary but are typically near the screen or on the side. It becomes intuitive after a few uses - just ensure the memory card is properly inserted (unresponsive buttons may indicate otherwise). Develop a habit of regularly checking recordings in case button malfunctions affect evidence preservation. Overall simple to master; avoid random presses to prevent mishaps, and new users can become proficient within a month.