LINGDU LD02 5K Dash Cam User Instruction
The LINGDU LD02 5K Dash Cam is a high-tech car recorder that can produce picture quality that is very clear and detailed thanks to its 5K resolution. Today’s cutting-edge dash cam is designed to give drivers clearer images, better performance in low light, and a wide field of view so that every detail of the road ahead is captured accurately. It has important features like loop recording, a built-in G-sensor for automatic incident detection, surveillance in parking mode, and seamless integration with smartphones for easy access to and control of footage. The LINGDU LD02 5K Dash Cam is a great choice for drivers who want a reliable and high-performing way to record stunning footage of their trips. Its sturdy construction and easy-to-use design make it a great choice.
In The Box
Check the box for each of the following items before installing the dash cam.
- Dash camera ×1
- Electrostatic films x2
- Car charger ×1
- Type-C USB Power cable (3.5M/12ft)×1
- Storage card x1
- Cable clips x 5
- Pry tool x 1
- User manual x 1
Note: To improve the performance of the product, the contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Specification
Product Diagram
- Sticker Mount
- Lens
- Type-C USB Charging Port
- Bracket
- TF Card Slot
- Up Button
- Menu Button
- Down Button
- Screen
- OK/Record Button
- Mode Button
- Lock Button
- Power Button
- Reset Button
- Recording LED Indicator
- Power Indicator
Getting Started
The camera is designed to power up and record automatically when it receives power. Then saves the video record and turns off automatically when the car shuts off.
1. Auto Power ON/OFF:
Plug car charger to cigarette lighter socket. When the car engine is on, dash cam will turn ON and start recording automatically. When the car key is turned to LOCK position, dash cam automatically saves the recording and turns OFF.
2. Manual Power ON/OFF
Manually Turn ON: Press the power button once.
Manually Turn OFF: Press and hold the power button for at least 2 seconds.
Note
- A 64GB microSD card is provided with the LINGDU dashcam when you purchase the product. Be sure to format your microSD card with your dash cam for the first time use.
- Please ALWAYS connect with power when using. It is a built-in Super Capacitor (Only has a 1mAh Lithium Metal Battery used to memorize time).
- Setting Date & Time: Please calibrate the date/time based on your location under the TIME ZONE SETTING by going to the APP system settings menu, please refer to page EN-23.
- Some trucks/cars’s 12V cigarette outlets are always HOT, which means they provide constant power even when the car is turned off and locked. If this is the case for your vehicle, then the auto ON/OFF feature will not work. And if you leave the camera continuously recording when the car is turned off, then it will drain your car/truck’s battery and you might not have enough power to start your car for next time. To remedy this situation, you can do one of the two options:
- Hardwire your dash cam to your car’s fuse box with a 3-lead Auto Trigger Hardwire Kit.
- Change the connection in the fuse box for your 12V outlet to a socket that only supplies power when the car key is turned to ACC or ON position.
Installation
Install the front camera behind the rearview mirror. Remove any foreign matter and clean and dry the windshield before installation.
- Turn off the engine, and gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place.(Please use class 10 or above high-speed U3 micro-SD card)
- Find a suitable place on the windshield that doesn’t obstruct the driver’s field of vision and remove any foreign matter and clean and dry the windshield before installation. Tear off the protective layer of the electrostatic sticker and adhere the electrostatic sticker to the windshield to prevent marking/glue on your windshield after removing it.
- Peel off the protective film from the double-sided tape and attach the front camera to the electrostatic sticker. Adjust the angle of the lens by adjusting the bracket of the front camera.
- Plug the cigarette lighter power cable into the cigarette lighter socket and the front camera. Use the pry tool to lift the edges of the windshield trim/molding and tuck in the power cord.
- Turn on the engine. The dashcam will power up and start recording. Video files are stored on the microSD card. Turn off the engine. The dashcam will automatically stop recording and power down.
Menu
Video Resolution
Allow to choose the desired video resolution and fps(frames per second). Higher resolution and fps videos result in smoother videos but also take more storage space.
- 5K / 5160x2160P @25fps(Default)
- 4K / 3840x2160P @25fps
- 2K / 2560x1440P @25fps
- 1080P / 1920x1080P @60fps
Loop Video Clip Time — 1min/ 3mins(Default)/ 5mins
Here select the length(1/3/5 min) of each video clip for the loop recording. This function allows the dash cam to continuously record.
Please notice: The dash cam will keep deleting the oldest files automatically when the memory card gets full so that it can keep recording over and over.
Audio Recording — On(Default)/Off
The dashcam has a built-in microphone to record audio with video. You can choose to record mute video by choosing OFF.
Video Codec Format — H.264(Default)/H.265
You have the option to choose between two video encoding formats: H.264 (default) or H.265. H.265, also known as HEVC, is a more advanced format that allows for even smaller file sizes than H.264. However, it’s important to note that H.265 may not be compatible with older PCs or Macs, which could cause lagging or playback issues. If your computer is not a recent purchase from 2019 onwards, it’s best to stick with H.264 encoding to ensure smooth playback.
G-Sensor — Off/ Low/ MID(Default)/ High
G-sensor is a 3-axis impact gravitational accelerometer, designed to detect physical and gravitational forces on the dash cam. Once the G-sensor has been triggered due to physical or gravitational impact force on the camera, the current video file will be locked as an emergency file so it won’t be deleted by the loop cycle function. The higher the G-Sensor sensitivity is, the less force will be needed to trigger automatic fire protection.
Time-Lapse Parking Mode
- When you turn OFF the car’s engine and turn the key to the lock position. Then the camera will STOP the continuous video recording and it will go into the timelapse 1fps recording mode automatically.
- Now while this timelapse is being recorded, if someone hits your car and if the impact reaches the set G-Sensor level, then the camera will start to record a 1-min continuous video, save & lock that video in the Event folder > then return to the timelapse 1fps recording.
- Now when you start your car for the next time, the camera will automatically STOP the timelapse parking mode. Then it will go into normal video mode automatically to start the continuous video recording.
Time-Lapse Parking Mode Working Time
This setting allows you to choose the Working Time of Time-Lapse Parking Mode.
Collision Detection Parking Mode
- When you turn OFF the car’s engine and turn the key to the lock position. Then the camera will STOP the continuous video recording and it will go into the impact detection mode and the camera will turn OFF.
- Now while the camera stays in impact detection mode, if someone hits your car and if the impact reaches the set G-Sensor level, then the camera will turn ON > then it will start to record 1-min continuous video, save it & lock that video in Event folder > then the camera will turn OFF.
- Now when you start your car for the next time, the camera will automatically go back into normal video mode automatically to start the continuous video recording.
Note
- Time-Lapse Parking Mode and Collision Detection Parking Mode will ONLY work when the 3-Lead Hardwire Kit is installed properly, the output current of the Hardwire Kit needs to reach 2.5A.
- Custom-designed Type-C 3-Lead Hardwire Kit is required to use this new feature. Not included in the packaging, on Amazon search: Type-C 3-Lead Hardwire Kit for LD02 Dash Cam
- Exposure
To adjust the video exposure setting for either brighter or darker video according to your preference. - Date/Time Format
This feature allows you to select the date format. - Screen Saver — Off(Default)/ 1min/3min/5min
- Off： It will make the screen always stay ON.
- 1/3/5 Minutes： It will shut down the screen after 1/3/5 minutes without any interaction. With the screen off, the recording will continue as normal. Press the button to re-open the screen.
- Key tone — On(default )/Off
To switch on/ off the key tone. - Volume
This feature allows you to set the volume level for the boot sound volume, and prompt volume through the camera’s internal built-in speaker. - WiFi— Off/5GHz(default )/2.4GHz
Turn On/Off the WiFi of the dash cam.
WiFi Name SSID: LINGDU-LD02__******_5G
Default PASSWORD: 12345678
If your phone can’t search LD02 WiFi, it means your phone ONLY supports the 2.4GHz band, You can choose the 2.4GHz band or Press and hold the up button to shift to 2.4GHz. - Voice Control — On(Default)/ Off
ONLY support English: turn on WiFi, take pictures, turn off recording, turn off WiFi, open recording, lock the video - Voice Command
Say a command, but ONLY support English- To turn on WiFi, say Turn on WiFi
- To turn off WiFi, say Turn off WiFi
- To take a picture, say Take picture
- To start recording, say Open recording
- To stop recording, say Turn off the recording
- To lock the current video files, say Lock the video
- To show the front camera, say Show the front camera
- To show the rear camera, say Show the rear camera
- To turn on the screen, say Open the screen
- To turn off the screen, say Turn off display
- Language — Multilingual, English(Default)
Allow you to choose your desired language for the dash-cam system. - Video Stamps
Turn On/Off the Date/Time / Speed / GPS Coordinates / LINGDU logo Stamp shown on recorded files. - Frequency — 50HZ/ 60HZ(Default)
Here you should choose the frequency according to your power supply specification used in your country based on your geographical location. - Rear Mirror
This feature works only on the rear camera image.- On: The image of the rear camera is as same as in the rear mirror, what’s on the left in reality-> it’s on the right of the dash cam screen.
- Off: The rear camera image is as same as what you see, what’s on the left in reality- it’s on the left of the dash cam screen.
FAQs for LINGDU LD02 5K
It records at a 5K resolution, offering exceptionally clear and detailed video footage.
Yes, it is equipped with advanced night vision technology for clear recordings in low-light conditions.
This dash cam has a wide viewing angle, typically around 150 to 170 degrees, to capture a broad field of view.
Parking mode uses the built-in G-sensor to detect motion or impacts around the vehicle when parked, automatically activating the camera to record any incidents.
Yes, it supports microSD cards for storage, with a maximum capacity of up to 256GB.
Yes, it features loop recording, which continuously overwrites the oldest footage when the memory card is full, ensuring ongoing recording.
It is powered through a connection to the vehicle’s 12V power outlet or directly wired to the car battery for constant power supply, especially for parking mode.
Yes, it includes a G-sensor that detects sudden acceleration, braking, or collisions to automatically lock and save relevant footage.
Yes, it often features Wi-Fi connectivity allowing for smartphone integration through an app for viewing and managing recordings.
The dash cam can be mounted on the windshield using a suction cup or adhesive mount, with the power cable routed around the car interior and plugged into the power source.
For optimal night recording, ensure the lens is clean and adjust the camera settings through the menu or app for enhanced low-light performance.
Check the memory card for errors or full capacity, ensure the power supply is consistent, and verify the device settings. If issues persist, consider a factory reset or contact support.
Remove the microSD card from the dash cam and use a card reader to access the files on a computer, or connect the dash cam directly using a USB cable if supported.
Yes, you can disable the audio recording feature through the device settings, either directly on the dash cam or via its smartphone app.
Firmware updates, when available, can be found on the manufacturer’s official website or through the app associated with the dash cam.