• Keep the rechargeable battery dry.
I) Quick Start
V) Package Contents
• Supports Micro SD/SDHC Class 4 card or above and compatible up to 32GB
(not included).
• Movie storage:
1080p = 1920x1080 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, ~12 Mbit/s data rate, approximately
9 minutes of video per 1G Byte
720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 60 fps, ~12 Mbit/s data rate, approximately
10 minutes of video per 1G Byte
720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, ~8 Mbit/s data rate, approximately 15
minutes of video per 1G Byte
WVGA = 848x480 pixels (16:9), 60 fps, ~8Mbit/s data rate, approximately 15
minutes of video per 1G Byte
The recording durations will be varied which depends on the recording
objects and environment.
• 320 x 240 Color LCD screen
• Focusing range 3m~infinity
• Movie images MOV
• USB Interface (2.0)
• Monitor Interface HDMI (1.3)
• Rechargeable battery (included)
• Dimensions 40mm diameter. x 103mm length
• Operation system WinXP/Vista /7 or Apple Mac X 10.6 or above
• Replace only with the same type recommended by Oregon Scientific.
• Dispose of the used rechargeable battery promptly as described in the instructions.
• Turn the camera off before removing the rechargeable battery or the microSD
card. The card and the data may be damaged if the microSD card is inserted
or removed while the camera is still on.
• Remove the rechargeable battery and the microSD card before storing the
camera for long periods of time. Keep it in a well-ventilated place to prevent
mould.
• 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 housing has been damaged.
c) Liquid has entered the camera.
Turning the ATC9K On
Oregon Scientific ATC9K
Thank you for purchasing the ATC9K Action Camera, this package should contain the:
1. Main Camera Unit with Camera Grip
2. Carrying Bag
Press the On/Off Button
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A start up screen will be shown on the LCD.
Recording Video Footage
1. Aim the ATC9K at what you would like to record.
2. To start recording press the Movie shutter button
3. Press the movie shutter button
a circular motion will appear, which indicates the footage is being saved.
I . Quick Start .................................................................................... 1
II . Camera Precautions ................................................................... 1
III . Technical Specifications ............................................................ 2
IV . Computer System Requirements ............................................. 3
V . Package Contents ........................................................................ 4
VI . Product Appearance .................................................................. 5
VII . Camera Operations ................................................................. 6
VIII . Using the Remote Control ..................................................... 7
IX . LCD Screen Display .................................................................. 7
X . Camera Settings .......................................................................... 8
XI . Power Supply ........................................................................... 12
XII . MicroSD Card Insertion / Removal ...................................... 13
XIII . Connecting to a Computer ................................................... 13
XIV. Connecting to a Monitor ....................................................... 20
XV . Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 21
3. Software Installation CD
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at the top of the camera.
again to stop recording. An animation showing
4. Remote Control
Dear Customer,
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5. Rechargeable Battery
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6. Long Silicon Strap
Shooting Photos
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Thank you for purchasing the ATC9K by Oregon Scientific.
At Oregon Scientific, we understand that
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1. Aim the ATC9K at what you would like to take a picture.
7. Long Velcro Strap
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2. Press the Photo capture button
3. The LCD display will be frozen for a while, indicates that the scene had been
captured.
at the top of the camera.
8. Helmet Grip
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Disclaimer:
adventure sports enthusiasts as well as everyday enthusiasts
take great pride and satisfaction in recording and viewing
first person footage captured by our hands free action cam.
For this reason, the ATC9K was designed and engineered with
extreme precision, in order to allow you to take the adventure
home with you. Review the following pages for technical
information, tips and troubleshooting which will allow you to
maximize your experience with the ATC9K.
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9. Handlebar Mount
Oregon Scientific will not, under any circumstances, be responsible for injuries
or property damage incurred during participation of any high-risk sports or
activities not endorsed or recommended by Oregon Scientific. Should the
camera malfunction under these circumstances, it will not be covered under
warranty. The warranty covers manufacturing defects only.
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II) Camera Precautions
Notice the following guidelines when using your camera
• The ATC9K is shock resistant, not shock proof.
• For your safety, do not press the buttons on the camera during sports activities.
• Do not place the camera in areas prone to dust or damp for extended periods
of time. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
• Do not leave the camera in places exposed to extremely high temperatures,
such as under direct sunlight, for extended periods of time. This may affect
the camera housing and internal components.
• Clean the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints or dust.
• If the rechargeable battery is mishandled, it can burst, cause a fire or even
chemical burns. Observe the following cautions.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not crush and do not expose the rechargeable battery to any shock or force
such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it.
• Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with
the battery terminals.
• Do not expose to extreme temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F).
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
• Do not handle the damaged or leaking rechargeable battery.
• Be sure to charge the rechargeable battery using a genuine ATC9K battery
charger or charge it via the main unit.
10.Base Mount and Tripod Mount
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11.Rubberized Patch
12.Velcro Patch
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Notes on copyright:
13.USB Cable
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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 event that copyrights are violated by the
use of this camera.
14.HDMI Cable
15.User Manual
16.Screw
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IV) Computer System Requirements
Minimum System Requirements
• Windows Environment: 3.0 Ghz Intel Pentium D (dual-core) or faster
• Mac Environment: Dual 2.0 GHz PowerMac G5 or faster; 2.0 GHz Intel Core
Duo or faster
• Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later), Windows Vista, Windows7 or Apple
Mac X 10.6 or above
• 2GB RAM
• 1G Free hard disk space
• 1GB or greater video card
• Quicktime 7
• 1024x768 resolution video support (32 bit)
• 16 bit Windows compatible sound device
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Waterproof Feature
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The ATC9K camera is waterproof up to 20m (60ft). Oregon Scientific will not
assume any responsibility for camera malfunction caused by liquid entering the
camera as a result of misuse by the user.
PLAY HARD, RECORD EVERYTHING!
Liquid may get inside the camera if the battery cover is not firmly closed
• If the camera gets wet, wipe the liquid off as soon as possible with a dry cloth.
• Other camera accessories may not be waterproof.
Don’t use the camera in extreme temperatures as this may cause the
camera to malfunction.
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Items sold separately
18.GPS Module
(Items sold separately)
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19.External Battery Charger
OREGON SCIENTIFIC and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by
OREGON SCIENTIFIC, Inc.
© 2011 OREGON SCIENTIFIC, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
III) Technical Specifications
• Sensor resolution 5M pixels CMOS.
* In some cases, the frame rate may be automatically reduced to maximize the
memory usage.
• Keep the rechargeable battery out of the reach of small children.
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6. To confirm an option, press “Play/Pause” button
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5. White B. (White Balance)
4. Privacy
3. During video playback, press “Play/Pause”
, to pause or resume playback,
VI) Product Appearance
Main Unit
VII) Camera Operations
Display the video resolution setting.
Display the photo resolution setting.
7. To exit settings, press “Menu” button
again.
According to different environment, you can select Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent
and Tungsten to adapt a correct color tone of the photo.
6. Contrast
According to your preference, you can adjust contrast level with Standard, Soft, Hard.
7. Sharpness
With Privacy mode on, all LED and Audio indicators will be turned off.
5. Time Stamp
press “Left” and “Right” button
forward and fast reverse.
to activate fast
Turning the Camera On
Video Settings
Press the On/Off button
. A start up screen will be shown on the
Date and time will be stamped on the videos and photos with this setting being
turned on.
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4. To exit the playback mode, press “Movie shutter” button
1. Resolution
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LCD screen.
Display the EV value.
or “Photo Capture” button
.
You can set your video resolution here.
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6. LCD Sleep
Display the quality setting of the videos & photos.
Turning on for the first time
According to your preference, you can adjust sharpness with Standard, Soft, Hard.
This setting controls the sleep time of the LCD screen. While the LCD is sleeping,
power consumption is reduced.
Full HD/30
HD/60
1920x1080, 30 fps
1280x720, 60 fps
1280x720, 30 fps
848x480, 60 fps
Indicate that there is no microSD card inserted. The red line will disappear when a
microSD card is inserted.
1. The system will ask you to set the Date/Time/Timezone when
the camera is turned on for the first time or the rechargeable
battery is reinstalled.
Delete a Video or Photo
8. Effect
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1. Press the “Menu” button
during playback mode, select the video or file
You can add effects to the video too. Just select Vivid, Negative, Black and White,
7. Auto Off
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Privacy Mode is on. It will disappear when it is disabled in the user settings.
you want to delete with “Left” and “Right” button
.
Sepia or Art.
Sometimes you may want the camera to turn off automatically during idle.
Set your preference here to do so.
8. Date
Set your date here.
9. Time
Set your time here.
10. Timezone
Set your timezone here.
11. Language
Set your system language here.
12. Light Freq. (Light Frequency)
HD/30
2. Press
selections.
to select your options. Press
to confirm your
GPS function is on. It will disappear when the camera is not equipped with the
GPS module or it is disabled in the user settings.
9. Timer
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Play/Pause button
Left button
Play/Pause/Confirm
Left
2. Then press “Play/Pause”
the dialogue box pops up.
to confirm deletion after
You can set a countdown time before the shutter captures automatically.
10. Cont’ Shots (Continuous Shots)
You can set the camera to either take 3 or 5 continuous shouts with this setting.
11. Interval (Interval Shots)
WVGA
Recording Videos
1. Aim at what you want to record.
2. To start recording press the “Movie shutter button”
at the top of the camera.
3. The Laser Pointer at the front of the camera will be
turned on for a more accurate adjustment of the target.
Users can set the turn on time of the Laser Pointer in User Settings.
(Do Not look directly to the Laser Pointer or aim at others’ eyes)
4. The Laser Pointer will be turned off according to the user selected time.
Then the camera will start recording (one sound effect with red LED light
flashing). The Movie shutter icon will blink on the top left corner of the
screen while the time elapsed will be shown at the bottom of the screen.
GPS function is on but the GPS module is either searching or establishing connections
with satellites. The process will take minutes to complete but the duration depends
on the surroundings of your location as well as weather conditions.
2. Quality
You can select Fine, Good or Normal.
Menu button
Settings menu
VIII) Using the Remote Control
3. EV
Right button
Right
You can set the camera to take photos within a certain time interval.
1. Ensure you are pointing the remote control sensor towards the front of the
camera. Press either the “Movie shutter” button or “Photo Capture”
button
G-Sensor function is on. It will disappear when it is disabled in the user settings.
Night Mode is on. It will disappear when it is disabled in the user settings.
The Exposure values range from +2.0 to -2.0. You can set the appropriate value to suit
Power On-Off
Power on/off unit
Record start/stop
Take photo
your shooting environment.
4. White B. (White Balance)
Based on different surroundings, you can select Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent and
Tungsten to adapt a correct color tone of the video.
5. Contrast
According to your preference, you can adjust the contrast level with Standard, Soft, Hard.
G-Sensor Settings
.
Movie Shutter button
Photo Capture button
USB Connection
HDMI Connection
1. Operate
2. The red LED will flash to show recording or photo capturing has started.
3. The buttons on the remote control carries the same functions as those found
on the back of the camera.
Continuous shots function is on. It will disappear when it is disabled in the user
settings.
You can turn on or off the G-Sensor here. Power consumption can be reduced by turning
In order to avoid flickering in the video while shooting indoors, you need to adjust
this setting to match the frequency of light source with that of the shutter.
off the G-Sensor.
2. Data Display
Interval shots function is on. It will disappear when it is disabled in the user settings.
Self timer function is on. It will disappear when it is disabled in the user settings.
Display the white balance setting.
Connect to the computer
Connect to the TV
Insert microSD card
Insert rechargeable battery
Insert GPS Module
13. Bg. Music (Background Music)
You can display G-Sensor related data on the videos and photos via HDMI output by
turning on this setting.
The background music being played when the camera is turned on and off, can be
switched to on or off by this setting.
6. Sharpness
IX) LCD Screen Display
According to your preference, you can adjust the sharpness with Standard, Soft, Hard.
5. To stop recording press the “Movie shutter button”
camera again.
at the top of the
10 microSD card slot
11 Battery Compartment
12 GPS Module slot
14. Format
7. Effect
GPS Settings
You can format the microSD card inserted in the camera with this setting.
15. Factory Set. (Factory Settings)
Restore back to the factory default settings.
16. Leveling
You can add effects to the video too. Just select Vivid, Negative, Black and White,
Display the battery status.
GPS Module is sold separately. Please refer to the corresponding manual for these settings.
Video/Photo Quality
Sepia or Art.
8. Duration
To record a video with a time limit, select a duration here.
Taking Photos
1. Aim at what you want to capture.
2. Press the “Photo capture button”
camera.
3. A shutter sound and the red LED will blink once to
indicate that a photo was taken. A preview will be
shown on the LCD screen briefly.
Video Resolution
Photo Resolution
EV
X) Camera Settings
General Settings
at the top of the
There are 5 main camera settings which are Video, Photo, G-Sensor,
GPS and General Settings. The GPS setting is activated only when the
GPS module (sold separately) is attached onto the camera.
Remote Control Unit
This setting will display an on-screen metre for users to
adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the camera.
The green dots represent the extend of the tilting
deviations. The camera unit is placed horizontally and
vertically neutral only when the centre green dots lights
up.
1. Laser Pt. (Laser Pointer)
Photo Settings
No SD Card Inserted
Night Mode On
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Play/Pause button
Play/Pause/Confirm
This setting allows you to have either 5 or 10 seconds to adjust the direction of the
camera using the laser pointer before the capturing of videos after you press the “Movie
(Remove Red Line if inserted)
(disappear when Off)
1. Resolution
1. To enter into Settings, press “Menu” button
view mode.
in the live
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Left button
Left
You can set your photo resolution here with either 3megapixels or 5megapixels.
2. Quality
You can select Fine, Good or Normal.
3. Night Mode
Privacy Mode On
(disappear when Off)
Cont’ Shots On
(disappear when Off)
Shutter” button
.
Right button
Right
2. Volume
You can adjust the sound volume here.
3. Mic. Level (Microphone Level)
The sensitivity of the microphone can be adjusted with this settings. If “Off” is selected,
2. You can scroll through these categories by pressing “Left”
and “Right” buttons
GPS On
(disappear when Off or no
module)
Playback
1. Press the “Play/Pause”
White Balance Setting
.
Menu button
Settings menu
Record/Stop button
Take photo
, then the screen will switch to playback mode.
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3. To enter the category, press “Play/Pause” button
4. To select a setting, press “Play/Pause” button
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G Sensor On
(disappear when Off)
You can turn it on in order to have a boost of exposure during the night.
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2. Press “Left” and “Right” button
want to playback.
to select the video or photo that you
Display the current system version.
Movie Shutter button
Photo Capture button
(4 states)
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4. EV
that means the audio signal is being turned off.
5. To select options under a setting, press “Left” and “Right”
buttons
The Exposure values range from +2.0 to -2.0. You can set the appropriate value to
suit your shooting environment.
Lapse Time (when recording and playback)
Remaining Time (when viewing)
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