Brand: COBRA
Category: Electronics
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for CDR 810
Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:38 a.m.
Warranty Information
Cobra Electronics warrants the CDR 810 against defects in workmanship and materials for one year from the date of first consumer purchase.
Turning On/Off: Press the on/off button to turn the unit on, press and hold the on/off button to turn the unit off.
Continuous Cyclical Recording: The camera continuously overwrites the oldest footage recorded. Press the Lock File Button to protect a clip from being overwritten.
Navigating the Menu: Press the Menu Button to enter the menu. Use the Up and Down buttons to navigate and the File Lock/Enter Button to select. Press Menu again to exit.
Video Recording: Press the Record Button to start and stop recording. The REC indicator light will flash while recording.
Taking Photographs: Press the Photograph/Playback Button to enter photograph mode and press again to take a photo. Press Record Button to return to video mode.
Viewing Videos/Photos: Enter Playback Mode by pressing and holding the Photograph/Playback Button. Use up/down arrows to cycle and File Lock/Enter to play/stop.
G-Sensor: Detects accidents and locks the current video segment. Sensitivity is adjustable.
LED Headlight: Tap the ON/OFF button while recording to turn on LED highlights.
AV OUT: Connect AV Cable to TV/monitor for playback.
Battery: Provides 15 seconds of power after loss of power. Manual recording on battery lasts approx. 1.5 hours.
USB: Powers the DVR and connects to PC for file transfers. Choose Mass Storage or USB Charge.
Reset: Press with a sharp point if the unit freezes. Does not erase recordings.
Continuous Cyclical Recording: The camera continuously overwrites the oldest footage recorded. Press the Lock File Button to protect a clip from being overwritten.
Navigating the Menu: Press the Menu Button to enter the menu. Use the Up and Down buttons to navigate and the File Lock/Enter Button to select. Press Menu again to exit.
Video Recording: Press the Record Button to start and stop recording. The REC indicator light will flash while recording.
Taking Photographs: Press the Photograph/Playback Button to enter photograph mode and press again to take a photo. Press Record Button to return to video mode.
Viewing Videos/Photos: Enter Playback Mode by pressing and holding the Photograph/Playback Button. Use up/down arrows to cycle and File Lock/Enter to play/stop.
G-Sensor: Detects accidents and locks the current video segment. Sensitivity is adjustable.
LED Headlight: Tap the ON/OFF button while recording to turn on LED highlights.
AV OUT: Connect AV Cable to TV/monitor for playback.
Battery: Provides 15 seconds of power after loss of power. Manual recording on battery lasts approx. 1.5 hours.
USB: Powers the DVR and connects to PC for file transfers. Choose Mass Storage or USB Charge.
Reset: Press with a sharp point if the unit freezes. Does not erase recordings.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Unit freezes or does not turn on. | Use a sharp point to press the Reset button. |
| Cannot view files on computer via USB. | Ensure the correct USB mode (Mass Storage or USB Charge) is selected on the Dash Cam. Try a different USB port or cable. |
| No recording is happening. | Ensure a compatible Micro SD card is inserted and has sufficient space. Check that the device is powered on. |
| Video quality is poor. | Clean the camera lens. Ensure the correct video resolution is selected in the settings. Avoid recording in extreme low light conditions unless LED headlights are used. |
| Device will not charge. | Ensure the cigarette lighter adapter and USB cable are properly connected. Try a different power outlet. |