Telefunken TF-DVR23HD

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Overview

Technical Specifications
Usage Features
Mounting
Power and Charging
Recording
Playback Mode
AV and HDMI Output
Setup
Maintenance Features
Troubleshooting
Storage and Transportation
Safe Disposal
Warranty

The TELEFUNKEN TF-DVR23HD is a car video recorder designed to capture video footage while driving, offering features for both automatic and manual recording, as well as photo capture. It comes with a range of accessories including a car adapter, MiniUSB-USB cable, stand, and instruction manual.

Technical Specifications:

Lens View Angle: 120°
Display: 2.3" color TFT LCD
Video Resolution: 1920x1080 (interpolation), 1280x720, WVGA 848x480, VGA 640x480
Video Record Format: AVI, MJPEG codec
Audio Format: PCM
Photo Format: JPG
Interfaces: miniUSB (2.0), Mini-HDMI out, AV out
Built-in Battery: 200 mAh
Operation Period: Up to 30 minutes
Nominal Voltage: 5 V; 1 A
Power Consumption: 5 W
Motion Detector: Yes
Cycled Recording: Yes (1, 2, or 3 minutes)
G-sensor: Yes
Memory: microSD card support, up to 32 GB (Class 4 or higher recommended)
Operation Temperatures: 0°C to +40°C
Storage Temperatures: -10°C to +60°C
Humidity: 15-85%
Unit Dimensions: 33 x 72 x 62 mm
Net/Gross Weight: 0.05 kg/0.290 kg

Usage Features:

Mounting:

The device is mounted by inserting the fixing pins of the stand into the bracket holes on the bottom of the unit, then sliding the unit backward until it clicks. The suction cup is pressed onto a surface in the car, then pushed along the bar to the windshield, ensuring it's properly fixed. The angle can be adjusted by loosening the washer and bending the assembly knot. To unmount, pull the stand towards you and lift the plastic ear on the suction cup.

Power and Charging:

The unit's battery can be charged by connecting its USB port to a PC with the supplied USB cable or to a car lighter socket with the supplied car adapter. A power icon on the bottom right of the display indicates the remaining battery power.

Recording:

Before recording, a MicroSD memory card (up to 32 GB, class 4 or higher) must be inserted into the memory card slot until it clicks. The device will turn off after card insertion to preserve information, requiring a press of the POWER button to turn it back on. Licensed MicroSD cards from famous brands are recommended for optimal performance.

Auto Recording: Recording starts automatically when the unit is connected to a car power source. It continues recording according to settings after power disconnection.
Manual Recording: Press the POWER button to switch on the unit (press and hold to switch off). In recording mode, a camera symbol in the top left corner indicates readiness. Press the OK button to start/stop recording.
Taking Photos: Press the OK button in recording mode to take photos.
Recording Time: Displayed in white figures in the top right corner. Video files are saved automatically every 1, 2, or 3 minutes (configurable in settings). When the memory card is full, older files are deleted to make space for new recordings.
LED Lights: Automatically activated in low light conditions if set to Auto mode in settings.
Motion Detector Recording: Available when activated in the settings menu. The unit enters recording mode if motion is detected in front of the lens. After recording a fragment, it returns to standby until new motion is detected.
G-sensor: If an impact overload (exceeding 1g = 9.8m/s^2) occurs, the current video fragment is automatically protected from re-recording.
SOS Function: Pressing the BLOCK button during video recording protects the current fragment from re-recording.
Sound Mute/Screen Shut Off: During recording, press UP to mute sound, or DOWN to force the screen to shut off.

Playback Mode:

Stop recording and press the M button to enter playback mode. Use UP/DOWN buttons to select a file, then press OK to play/pause. In file playback mode, holding the M button brings up a menu to delete, protect, or slide show files. Select an option and press OK to confirm.

AV and HDMI Output:

The unit can be connected to an external audio-video device (e.g., car TV) via the AV out port with the supplied audio-video cable, or via the HDMI output (HDMI cable not supplied) for high-quality digital signals.

Setup:

In recording mode, hold the M button to choose Video/Photo/Playback mode. Press M again to enter the setup menu for the current mode. Use UP/DOWN buttons to select settings, and OK to adjust options. Some menu items may be greyed out and unadjustable. The menu may change without prior notice.

General System Setup:
- Date/Time: Set current year, month, day, and time.
- LDW (Lane Departure Warning): Select parameters for ON/OFF, CAR TYPE, SENSITIVITY, AREA CHOICE, START SPEED, ON/OFF SOUND.
- Auto Power Off: Select 1m/2m/5m for automatic shutdown or disable the function.
- Beep Sound: Enable/disable button beeps.
- Delay Off: Select 30s/1m/3m for recording after car ignition off, or disable.
- Language: Select system language.
- TV Mode: NTSC/PAL.
- Frequency: 50 Hz/60 Hz.
- Lamp Setting: Turn infrared lights ON/OFF for dark environments.
- Backlight: Select 1m/3m/5m for automatic screen backlight shut off, or disable.
- Format SD Card: Format the inserted SD card (WARNING: all data will be deleted).
- Default Setting: Reset all settings to default values.
- Version: Check current firmware info.
Video Setup:
- Resolution: Select video resolution (1080P, 720P, WVGA, VGA).
- Loop Recording: Select 1min/2min/3min for maximum record cycle time.
- Exposure: Adjust image exposure.
- Motion Detection: Activate/deactivate.
- Record Audio: Activate/deactivate sound recording.
- Date Stamp: Enable/disable current date display on recorded video.
- GSENSOR: Adjust sensitivity (2G/4G/8G) or turn off.
- Parking monitoring: Activate parking mode.
Photo Setup:
- Capture Mode: Single/2S Timer/5S Timer/10S Timer for automatic photo capture delay.
- Resolution: Select image size and resolution (12M, 10M, 8M, 5M, 3M, 2M, 1.3M, VGA).
- Sequence: Activate/deactivate sequential image capture.
- Quality: Fine/Normal/Economy.
- Sharpness: Soft/Normal/Strong.
- White Balance: Auto/Daylight/Cloudy/Tungsten/Fluorescent.
- ISO: Auto/100/200/400.
- Exposure: Adjust image exposure.
- Anti-Shaking: Enable/disable.
- Quick Review: Off/2 seconds/5 seconds for photo display duration after capture.
- Date Stamp: Off/Date/Date Time for date display on photo.
Playback Mode Setup:
- Delete: Delete Current/Delete All.
- Protect: Lock Current/Unlock Current/Lock All/Unlock All to prevent manual deletion or overwriting.

Maintenance Features:

Troubleshooting:

A table is provided to help resolve common issues. For example, if the device is unresponsive, press the RESET button. If it doesn't turn on, connect it to power to charge the battery. If there's no sound, adjust the volume. If these steps don't resolve the issue, contact a service center.

Storage and Transportation:

The device can be transported by all types of transport under conditions specified in GOST 15150 (temperature not below -10°C), protected from atmospheric precipitation and mechanical damage. Storage should comply with GOST 15150, free from acidic, alkaline, and other aggressive impurities. Stacked items should follow technical specifications for the specific model.

Safe Disposal:

The device is made of high-quality materials that can be recycled. The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC. Dispose of old devices separately from household waste, following local regulations for proper treatment, recovery, and recycling to prevent negative environmental and health impacts.

Warranty:

The warranty period is 12 months from the date of transfer to the consumer. Repairs are performed at authorized service centers. The warranty does not cover periodic maintenance, installation, or home setup. The consumer has rights under consumer protection laws during the warranty period. Users must follow safe operating and storage rules. The warranty is void for violations of operating rules, mechanical damage, broken warranty seals, incorrect connection, foreign objects inside, or issues caused by third-party applications, computer viruses, or unauthorized software modifications. The warranty does not cover consumable parts (batteries, accessories) or use for non-domestic or continuous purposes.