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X330 U s e r M a n u a l This Dashboard Camera (dash cam) is a specialized onboard device that continuously records video while the vehicle is in use. Some features may not be available depending on installation, driving conditions, and vehicle type. The video quality might vary for each device as a result of installed firmware.
LCD Screen 3-1. Main Menu 3-2. Live View 3-3. File List 3-4. Memory Card Settings 3-5. Settings > Record settings 3-6. Settings > Camera Settings 3-7. About Device PC Viewer Software 4-1. Thinkware Dash Cam PC Viewer Device Information 5-1. Specifications...
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Install this device in a location where it has unob- the surrounding temperature. structed view of the road but does not interfere THINKWARE is NOT responsible for the loss of any with the driver’s view. Check with your State and recorded video during operation.
1. Getting Started This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance. 1-1. In the Package Mount with 3M tape Adhesive Cable Holder Main Dash Cam Unit Car Charger (1ea) (5ea)
1-3. Product Overview Front view Rear view Right view Top view Name Description Operation indicator lights that are used to visually indicate that the Security LED vehicle is equipped with a dash cam Mount Connector Connects to the windshield mount Camera Lens Front facing camera for video recording Speaker...
The MicroSD card should be tested for errors on a regular basis and as the memory card is a consumable item, it should be replaced periodically. THINKWARE shall NOT be responsible for any problems and/or damages that may occur from not using genuine or authorized parts and accessories. It is strongly recommended that THINKWARE memory cards are used to minimize memory card error.
1-5. Vehicle Installation 1-5-1. Connecting the Device and the Mount ① Align the mount with the connector (A), and slide it towards (B) until it clicks into place. ② Remove the protective film from the camera lens. 1-5-2. Installing the Device ①...
Recommended locations for the adhesive wire clips to arrange the power cable. For more information on the power cable routing instruction, please visit Thinkware homepage. (www.thinkware.com) Preventing Vehicle Battery Discharge ■ Depending on the make and model of your car, the power may be supplied to the dash cam even with the ignition turned off.
2. Basic Operations 2-1. Turning the Device Power On/Off Once connected to the vehicle, the device will automatically turn on and off with vehicle ignition. Power cable for vehicle To manually turn the device on/off, press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds. Press and hold for 3 seconds...
2-2. Road Safety Warning (Optional Accessory) 2-2-1. Safety Camera Alert Safety Camera Alert: Using GPS and database, safety camera alert will warn the driver when approaching traffic enforcement zones such as red light camera, speed camera, average speed camera, and mobile speed zones. ① E nable the safety camera alert feature in "LCD Menu >...
2-3. Recorded Files Recorded video files are saved in the folder by date and hour in the MicroSD card. ┗Files are created based on the time when the videos are recorded. Front view Year Month Day Hour Second recording Minute As a loop-recording surveillance product, the dash cam will automatically overwrite oldest file in the memory card once...
2-4. Recording Videos While Driving 2-4-1. Continuous Recording Mode Videos are recorded in 1 minute segments and saved as files in the MicroSD card under the folder named “cont_rec”. 2-4-2. Incident Recording During Continuous Recording Mode When the dash cam detects impact, it will immediately store the 10 seconds prior and 10 seconds after impact.
2-5. Recording Videos While Parked (Optional Accessory) This feature is available only when the dash cam has been hardwired directly to the vehicle battery. Separate purchase for the hardwiring cable accessory and professional installation is required. 2-5-1. Motion Detection Recording The dash cam is equipped with motion detector which is used to detect motion that initiates video re- cording while the vehicle is parked.
2-6. Manual Recording In addition to recording accidents, the dash cam allows the user to initiate manual recording mode to cap- ture scenery and/or places while driving. This feature can also be used to save video as witness where the installed vehicle is not directly involved in an accident.
M ake sure your device is always up to date with latest firmware. Please check back frequently at THINK- WARE website (www.thinkware.com) for the latest firmware updates. D o NOT disconnect your device from power while it is being updated. This will result in damage to the dash...
3-2. Live View LCD screen can be used to verify current recording view. Speaker On/Off Back to main menu Audio recording status Manual recording Current speed / Voltage status...
3-3. File List Recording will suspend when browsing through video list and settings menu. Visual notification will appear on the screen to confirm the suspension of recording prior to entering the menu. 3-3-1. File List - 1 Continuous : Lists loop recording videos during continuous mode (in 1 minute segments) Incident Continuous : Lists incident recording videos during continuous mode Motion Detection : Lists motion detection recording videos during parking surveillance mode Parking Incident : Lists incident recording videos during parking surveillance mode...
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3-3-2. File List - 2 Recording will stop when accessing on-screen menu. Video file name Current Video playback play time progress bar Total playing time Enter zoom view Mute on/off Play/Pause Next Previous Video playback with 3X zoom Directional button Exit zoom view...
3-4. Memory Card Settings Memory Partition : Sets how storage space on the memory card will be allotted for each recording mode ┗ Type A (recommended) : Optimized for continuous recording ┗ Type B : Optimized for incident and motion detection during parking surveillance ┗...
3-5. Settings > Record settings Continuous Sensitivity : Sets the impact sensitivity level Brightness-Front : Sets the video recording brightness for front camera Use Parking Mode : Monitors vehicle ignition status to automatically convert to parking mode when the vehicle engine is turned off Parking Sensitivity : Sets the impact sensitivity during parking recording mode Motion Detection Sensitivity : Sets the motion detection sensitivity during parking recording mode...
3-6. Settings > System Settings Language : Sets dash cam system language Voice Volume : Sets the volume level LCD Brightness : Sets the brightness of the LCD screen LCD Auto-Off : Sets the time for LCD auto shut off ┗...
3-7. About Device Functions : Help for device features Device Info : Information on device and firmware ┗ Factory Reset : Restores to factory setting GPS Info : View GPS information ┗ GPS Initialization : Reset GPS...
The setup file for the Thinkware Dash Cam PC Viewer is included in the MicroSD card within the package. Please check THINKWARE homepage(www.thinkware.com) for the latest Dash Cam PC Viewer application.
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① M ove the file named “Dashcam Viewer.zip” stored in the MicroSD card to the desktop. ② Right click on the mouse and select “Open With” > “Archive Utility” to launch the Thinkware Dash Cam viewer application. Cautions System requirements : MAC OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion or later (OS X 10.9 Mavericks, OS X 10.10 Yosemite) 4-1-2.
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4-1-3. Thinkware Dash Cam Viewer Overview Full screen Dash cam setting / Information Switch between front/rear view File open Viewing screen Playback Checks the location Progress of the recorded video (Enabled only Current play time/ if video is captured Total play time...
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4-1-4. View Video Playlist Select appropriate folder (Continuous Recording, Incident Recording, Manual Recording, Parking Motion, Parking Incident) to see the playlist for each recording mode. Continuous Recording Playlist Manual Recording Playlist...
The specifications of this product may change without prior notice for product improvements. Item Standard Note Model X330 97 x 51.8 x 26.5 mm / 76g Size/weight 3.81 x 2.02 x 1.04 inches / 0.16lbs Display Panel 2.7"LCD (320 x 240)
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