iBall 500-0506 - User Manual

Outdoors Insight, Inc.
www.iballhitchcam.com
Call Toll Free 1-(877)-298-2055
1) Monitor
2) Select Up Down
3) Menu
4) Picture Rotate
5) Power
6) Fuse Cap
7) Camera
8) Adjustment Knobs
9) Power On Button
10) USB Charging
Port
11) USB Charging
Cable
Warranty Information: Your iBall Wireless Camera System comes with the
following warranty coverage:
• 30 Day Money Back Guarantee : If you are unsatised for any reason, send your
system back within 30 days of the original purchase date for a full refund (less
shipping).
• One Year Warranty: If your iBall Wireless Camera System fails due to a
manufacturing defect within one year of the original purchase date, we will
gladly repair or replace.
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Summary

Warranty Information

30 Day Money Back Guarantee

Details the refund policy within 30 days of purchase for unsatisfied customers.

One Year Warranty

Covers manufacturing defects within one year of purchase for repair or replacement.

How to Use

Charging the Camera

Instructions on charging the rechargeable lithium ion battery for optimal performance and indicating charging status.

Operating the Monitor

Guide on connecting the monitor to a 12v port, powering it on, and adjusting settings like brightness and contrast.

Specifications

Camera Specifications

Details about the camera's wireless frequency, weather resistance, battery, mounting, and field of view.

Monitor Specifications

Details about the monitor's screen size, weather resistance, power supply, and gooseneck adjustability.

Troubleshooting

Problem: Poor image quality;static

Solutions for static or poor image quality due to distance, interference, or low battery.

Problem: Camera will not turn on;off

Solutions for camera power issues, including holding the button correctly or charging the battery.

Problem: Monitor will not turn on

Solutions for monitor power issues, checking the 12v outlet, connection security, or fuse.

Problem: Camera will not stick to vehicle

Solutions for the camera not adhering to surfaces, recommending mounting on iron surfaces.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Camera
4. Monitor
5. Usage Features
6. Camera Operation
7. Monitor Operation
8. Helpful Tips
9. Maintenance Features
10. Warranty Information
11. Technical Support

The iBall Wireless Trailer Hitch Camera system is designed to assist with trailer hitching by providing a clear view of the hitch area. The system comprises a camera unit and a monitor, both engineered for ease of use and durability.

Function Description:

The primary function of the iBall Wireless Trailer Hitch Camera is to provide a real-time visual feed of a vehicle's trailer hitch area to a monitor inside the vehicle. This eliminates the need for a spotter or multiple attempts when hitching a trailer, making the process safer and more efficient. The camera transmits wirelessly to the monitor, offering flexibility in placement. The monitor displays a 3.5" color LCD image, allowing the user to precisely align the vehicle with the trailer. The camera unit itself is equipped with a magnetic base, enabling quick and secure attachment to any ferrous surface on the vehicle, such as the receiver hitch. Adjustment knobs on the camera allow for fine-tuning of the viewing angle to achieve the optimal perspective. The monitor features buttons for adjusting brightness, contrast, and saturation, as well as a picture rotate function to correct image orientation if needed.

Important Technical Specifications:

Camera:

• Wireless Frequency: 5.8 GHz, ensuring a stable and clear wireless connection to the monitor.
• Battery: Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery, providing cordless operation.
• Mounting: Magnetic Mounting, allowing for easy attachment and removal from ferrous surfaces.
• Field of View: 120°, offering a wide perspective of the hitch area.
• Durability: Weather Resistant, designed to withstand various outdoor conditions.

Monitor:

• Display: 3.5" Color LCD Monitor, providing a clear visual feed.
• Power Supply: 12v Auxiliary Power Supply, typically plugging into a vehicle's cigarette lighter outlet.
• Mounting: 6" Adjustable Gooseneck, allowing for flexible positioning of the monitor within the vehicle.
• Durability: Weather Resistant, though not recommended for submersion.

Usage Features:

Camera Operation:

• Charging: Before first use, the camera requires an 8-hour charge. For limited usage, an 8-hour charge every 30 days is recommended to maintain peak battery performance. Charging is done by lifting a side tab, inserting the supplied USB charger cable, and connecting it to a USB charger (not included). A solid red light indicates charging, while a green light signifies a full charge.
• Powering On/Off: To power on the camera, press and hold the power button for five seconds. A red light on the front of the camera indicates it is active.
• Placement: The camera should be placed on a magnetic surface, such as the receiver hitch.
• Angle Adjustment: Side adjustment knobs allow users to fine-tune the viewing angle for optimal visibility.

Monitor Operation:

• Powering: The monitor plugs into any 12v auxiliary port. Pressing the power button on the monitor turns it on or off.
• Settings Adjustment: The menu button allows access to settings for brightness, contrast, and saturation. Arrow buttons are used to adjust these desired settings.
• Picture Rotation: The picture rotate button (#4) allows for adjustment of the camera's orientation on the monitor.

Helpful Tips:

• Travel Advisory: It is not recommended to leave the camera attached to the vehicle while traveling at high speeds, as road vibration may cause the magnetic bond to fail.
• Water Resistance: While weather resistant, the camera should not be submerged for extended periods.

Maintenance Features:

Troubleshooting Guide: The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide to address common issues:

• Poor Image Quality/Static:
  • Cause: Distance between camera and monitor too far, environmental interference, low camera battery, or weak 12v monitor connection.
  • Solution: Move the camera closer to the monitor, move away from interfering buildings/objects, charge the camera battery, or check the 12v connection.
• Camera Will Not Turn On/Off:
  • Cause: Power button not held down long enough, or low camera battery.
  • Solution: Firmly hold the power button for at least five seconds, or charge the camera for eight hours.
• Monitor Will Not Turn On:
  • Cause: 12v outlet not supplying power, 12v connection not secure, or blown fuse in monitor's 12v power plug.
  • Solution: Try another 12v outlet, firmly secure the power plug, or replace the fuse (3A 250v) by turning the fuse cap (#6) counterclockwise.
• Camera Will Not Stick to Vehicle:
  • Cause: Non-ferrous surface.
  • Solution: Mount the camera to an iron surface, such as the receiver hitch.

Warranty Information:

• 30-Day Money Back Guarantee: If unsatisfied for any reason, the system can be returned within 30 days of the original purchase date for a full refund (less shipping).
• One-Year Warranty: For manufacturing defects within one year of the original purchase date, the system will be repaired or replaced.

Technical Support:

• For additional technical support, users can visit www.iballhitchcam.com or call toll-free at 1-(877)-298-2055.

iBall 500-0506 Specifications

General

Brand	iBall
Model	500-0506
Category	Automobile Accessories
Language	English