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- Page 1 2 Channel Dashboard Camera QHD 1440p QX800 User Guide This product records videos while the vehicle is operating. Read and follow the instructions in this guide to properly use and maintain the product.
- Page 3 Copyrights All rights for the content and maps in this guide are reserved by THINKWARE and are protected under the copyright laws. All unauthorized duplication, revision, publication, or distribution of this guide without written consent from THINKWARE is prohibited and is eligible for criminal charges.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety information 3.10.1 Playing on the product 3.10.2 Checking the video file storage location 31 1. Product overview 4. Using the vehicle diagnosis and management 1.1 Included items feature (DriveX) 1.1.1 Standard items 4.1 Setting the vehicle information 1.1.2 Accessories (sold separately) 4.2 About the DriveX screen layout 1.2 Part names 4.3 Diagnosing the vehicle... - Page 5 8. Accessing the product information 6.2.6 Setting the intelligent impact detection recording 8.1 Understanding the product features 6.2.7 Setting the record timer feature 8.2 Viewing the product information 6.2.8 Setting the Low Voltage Off feature 8.3 Accessing and configuring the GPS 6.2.9 Setting the Off Voltage feature 8.4 Viewing the vehicle operation 6.2.10 Setting the Low Volt Protection feature 48...
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Page 6: Safety Information
Safety information Read the following safety information to properly use the product. Safety symbols in this guide "Warning" - Indicates a potential hazard which, if not avoided, may result in injury or death. "Caution" - Indicates a potential hazard which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury or property damage. "Note"... -
Page 7: Product Overview
1. Product overview 1.1 Included items Ensure that all the items are included when you open the product box. 1.1.1 Standard items Front camera (main unit) Fixing bracket Rear camera Memory card Quick start guide Rear camera cable • The memory cards are installed in the product at the factory. • The standard items may change without prior notice. -
Page 8: Part Names
Product overview 1.2 Part names 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view V-IN input port Used to connect the rear camera. OBD2 connector Used to connect the OBD2 cable (optional) Fixing bracket connector for the vehicle diagnosis and management Used to connect the fixing bracket. -
Page 9: Front Camera (Main Unit) - Rear View
Product overview 1.2.2 Front camera (main unit) - rear view Status LED Indicates the operating status of the product. Power button Press to turn on or off the display. Press and hold to turn the product on or off. Reset button Insert the tip of a sharp object to reset the product when an error occurs. -
Page 10: Removing And Inserting The Memory Card
• Ensure that the memory card is in the correct direction before inserting it into the product. The memory card slot or the memory card may be damaged if it is inserted incorrectly. • Use only authentic memory cards from THINKWARE. THINKWARE does not guarantee compatibility and normal operation of third-party memory cards. -
Page 11: Installing The Product
2. Installing the product 2.1 Installing the front camera (main unit) Follow the instructions to properly install the product. 2.1.1 Selecting an installation location Select an installation location that can record the entire view in front of the vehicle without obstructive the driver’s vision. - Page 12 Installing the product After determining the installation location, wipe the installation location on the windshield with dry cloth. Remove the film from the adhesive tape on the bracket, and then press the tape to the installation location. Remove the product from the bracket and push the bracket against the windshield to ensure that the bracket is firmly fixed.
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Page 13: Connecting The Power Cable
"3.6 Using parking mode". • If you want to connect the continuous power cable to the vehicle, contact a Thinkware premium store or fitting service center. If the product is not installed properly, the product may be damaged or electrical fire or electrocution may result. - Page 14 Installing the product Open the fuse box, find the continuous power terminal (which supplies power when the vehicle is off) and the ACC terminal (which supplies power when the ignition status is "ACC ON") by using an electrical tester, and detach the fuses from the terminals.
- Page 15 Installing the product Connect the continuous power cable to the product’s DC-IN power connector and start the engine to make sure the product operates normally. After the product is powered on, the Status LED and the voice guide are turned on and the Caution screen will appear on the display for 5 seconds.
- Page 16 The location and specifications of the power socket may differ by vehicle make and model. • Use the authentic THINKWARE cigar socket power cable (optional). If you use another manufacturer's cable, the product may be damaged or electrical fire or electrocution may result due to the voltage difference.
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Page 17: Installing The Rear Camera
Installing the product Tighten the screw of the fixing bracket firmly by using a flat-head screwdriver or a coin. 2.2 Installing the rear camera Refer to the following instructions to properly install the rear camera. 2.2.1 Selecting an installation location Select the location on the rear windshield where there is no defrost grid wire and the camera can record the entire rear view. -
Page 18: Securing The Rear Camera
Remove the film from the fixing bracket's adhesive tape and the camera lens. Attach the product with the THINKWARE logo facing the rear windshield and press the adhesive tape firmly to secure the camera. -
Page 19: Connecting The Rear Camera Cable
Installing the product 2.2.3 Connecting the rear camera cable Power off the product and connect the rear camera cable to the front camera (main unit). Connect one end of the rear camera cable to the front camera’s V-IN connector. Connect the other end of the rear camera cable to the rear camera’s cable connector. -
Page 20: Installing The External Gps Module (Optional)
Installing the product 2.3 Installing the external GPS module (optional) To activate the ADAS feature or record driving information (the speed and location), follow the instructions and install the external GPS module on the upper part of the front windshield. Install the external GPS module near the product, taking the module's cable length into account. -
Page 21: Using Recording Features
3. Using recording features 3.1 Turning the product on or off The product is turned on automatically and continuous recording starts when you turn on the ACC or start the engine. If you want to turn off the product, press and hold the Power button. -
Page 22: Learning About The Led Indicators And File Storage Location
Using recording features You can set the time that the LCD will turn off automatically. Tap the Home button ( ) on the Live view screen Settings System settings, and tap the button next to LCD Auto-Off. > > LCD Auto-Off option Operation description 30 sec (default) The LCD will turn off automatically if you do not operate the product for 30 seconds. -
Page 23: Using The Continuous Recording Feature
Using recording features 3.4 Using the continuous recording feature Connect the power cable to the product’s DC-IN power connector and then turn on the vehicle’s electrical accessories or start the engine. The status LED and the voice guide are turned on and the Caution screen will appear. -
Page 24: Recording Manually
Using recording features 3.5 Recording manually You can record a scene you want to capture while driving and store it as a separate file. Manually recorded videos are stored in the Manual record folder to prevent important data loss due to insufficient storage. To start manual recording, tap the Manual recording button ( ) on the Live view screen. - Page 25 Using recording features Refer to the following table to set the Parking Mode options. LED indicators Option Operation description Status LED (STATUS) Recording LED (REC) Monitors movement in the area or impacts motion to the vehicle. Video will be recorded only (solid) (solid) or impact...
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Page 26: Using The Ultra Night Vision
Using recording features 3.7 Using the Ultra Night Vision With the Ultra Night Vision feature, you can record videos that are up to 10 times brighter than videos recorded without this feature. This feature is enabled by image signal processing (ISP) and real-time image signal processing to improve the definition of videos recorded while driving or parking at night. -
Page 27: About The Screen Layout
Using recording features 3.9 About the screen layout The followings are layout descriptions of the Live view and Home screens. 3.9.1 Live view screen On the Live view screen, you can view the currently recorded video and operate the product by tapping on the LCD display. -
Page 28: Home Screen
Using recording features 3.9.2 Home screen You can move to the Home screen by tapping the Home button ( ) on the Live view screen. Displays the GPS icon when the external Displays the volume level. GPS module (optional) is installed. Displays the current Displays the current date and time. -
Page 29: Playing The Videos
Using recording features 3.10 Playing the videos You can play and watch recorded videos on your product or a computer. Follow the instructions to play the videos. 3.10.1 Playing on the product On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( File List. - Page 30 Using recording features Tap a button on the playback screen to control the video player or other functions. If you touch the playback area of the LCD display, the screen will be switched to full screen mode. To exit full screen mode, touch the screen again. Switch to the rear Move to the File camera video view.
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Page 31: Checking The Video File Storage Location
Using recording features • A file name is composed of the recording start date and time, and the recording option. Recording conditions • F: Front camera REC_2016_07_01_10_25_30_F.MP4 • R: Rear camera REC_2016_07_01_10_25_30_R.MP4 • GS: Intelligent impact detection PAK_2016_07_01_10_25_30_GS.MP4 • If the memory card storage gets shortened while recording, the previously recorded videos are deleted for storage sufficiency. - Page 32 Using recording features The folder names are displayed in English. Refer to the following table to open the folder you want and check the video file list. PC screen (SD card folder name) Product screen A file name is composed of the recording start date and time, and the recording option. Recording conditions • F: Front camera REC_2016_07_01_10_25_30_F.MP4...
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Page 33: Using The Vehicle Diagnosis And Management Feature (Drivex)
4. Using the vehicle diagnosis and management feature (DriveX) You can check driving-related information such as your vehicle status, the average fuel economy, the number of rapid acceleration/hard braking instances, and the mileage. You must install an ODB2 cable to use the DriveX feature. -
Page 34: About The Drivex Screen Layout
Using the vehicle diagnosis and management feature (DriveX) Enter your fuel cost per one liter and tap OK. You can view information, like the vehicle status and the average fuel cost, using the DriveX feature. • While setting the vehicle information, you must park your vehicle on even ground without a slope. • The vehicle information must be same as the information of your vehicle registration card. -
Page 35: Diagnosing The Vehicle
Using the vehicle diagnosis and management feature (DriveX) 4.3 Diagnosing the vehicle To view the current vehicle condition, tap Diagnosis on the DriveX screen. You can check the vehicle status details as the following. Check the vehicle's status again and update the information. - Page 36 Using the vehicle diagnosis and management feature (DriveX) • The fuel economy rating standard displayed on the statistics screen is as follows. Class color Class Description First class 16.0 km/L or above on average Second class 15.9–13.8 km/L on average Third class 13.7–11.6 km/L on average Forth class 11.5–9.4 km/L on average...
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Page 37: Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (Adas)
Installing the external GPS module (optional)". Use the authentic THINKWARE OBD2 cable or GPS module. If you use another manufacturer's cable or GPS module, the product may be damaged or electrical fire or electrocution may result due to the voltage difference. -
Page 38: The Safety Camera Alert System (Optional External Gps Module Required)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 5.1 The safety camera alert system (optional external GPS module required) When the vehicle approaches or passes the speed limit zone, the safety camera alert system collects GPS signals and safety camera data. This system also provides road information about bus only lane, parking ticket trap zones, and overloading enforcement zone in real time to assist you while driving. - Page 39 If the sheath of the wires is peeled off due to the heat of the engine or lamp, the product or vehicle may be damaged • If you want to install the T/S cable on the vehicle, contact a Thinkware Premium Store or fitting service center. If the product is not installed properly, the product may be damaged or electrical fire or electrocution may result.
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Page 40: The Forward Collision Warning System (Fcws)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) If the vehicle is driving on a snow-covered road, in the rain at night, or on a damaged road, the LDWS may not work as it does under normal conditions. 5.3 The forward collision warning system (FCWS) When the vehicle drives at 30 km/h or above, the FCWS will detect forward collision danger via the real- time video image and warn the driver. -
Page 41: The Urban Forward Collision Warning System (Ufcws)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 5.4 The urban forward collision warning system (uFCWS) When the vehicle drives at 30 km/h or lower, the uFCWS will detect forward collision danger via the real- time video image and warn the driver. Preliminary low speed forward collision warning: Secondary low speed forward collision warning: Displayed when a preliminary low speed collision... -
Page 42: The Blind Spot Detector (Bsd)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) To deactivate the FVSA, tap the Home button ( ) on the Live view screen Settings Road safety settings, > > and then tap the button next to FVDW (Front Vehicle Departure Warning) to switch the setting to OFF. 5.6 The blind spot detector (BSD) When you turn on the turn signals to change lanes, the BSD will detect vehicles in the blind spot. -
Page 43: Rolling Warning Message (Obd2 Installation Required)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 5.7 Rolling warning message (OBD2 installation required) When the vehicle rolls backward or forward with the gear of the vehicle equipped automatic transmission set to D (drive) or N (neutral), the rolling warning message will appear. This feature does not work with vehicles equipped with manual transmission. -
Page 44: Settings
6. Settings You can set the product features according to your needs and preferences. 6.1 Setting the camera You can adjust the brightness of the front and rear view or reverse left and right of the rear view. 6.1.1 Setting the brightness of the front camera You can set the brightness of the front view recording. -
Page 45: Setting Recording Features
Settings 6.2 Setting recording features You can set and adjust various features for recording, including the detection sensitivity for recording when the product detects an impact during continuous recording. 6.2.1 Setting the continuous impact detection sensitivity You can set the detection sensitivity for recording when an impact is detected while driving. When you set the sensitivity, you must consider the road conditions, traffic situation, or your driving style. -
Page 46: Setting Parking Mode
Settings 6.2.3 Setting parking mode You can set the operating mode of the product while the vehicle is parked. Follow the instructions to set parking mode. To use parking mode, you must install the continuous power cable. If continuous power is not supplied to the product, the product will stop recording when the vehicle engine is turned off. -
Page 47: Setting The Intelligent Impact Detection Recording
If you have installed the continuous power cable to record the video for an extended period during parking, connect the authentic THINKWARE external dash cam battery. 6.2.8 Setting the Low Voltage Off feature When the vehicle battery is consumed to a certain level, this feature stops recording to prevent battery depletion. -
Page 48: Setting The Off Voltage Feature
Settings 6.2.9 Setting the Off Voltage feature You can set the voltage limit to stop recording at when using the Low Voltage Off feature. Refer to the following instructions to set the voltage. On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( Settings Record settings and then tap the >... -
Page 49: Setting Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (Adas)
Settings 6.3 Setting Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) The ADAS features explained in this section may not be available in some countries, and the setting menus may be disabled, or may not be displayed at all. You can activate or deactivate a safety camera alert system, a lane departure warning system (LDWS), a forward collision warning system (FCWS), an urban forward collision warning system (uFCWS), a front vehicle start alarm (FVSA), and a blind spot detection (BSD) system and set their options. -
Page 50: Setting The Lane Departure Warning Feature
Settings 6.3.4 Setting the lane departure warning feature When the vehicle departs its lane, the LDWS will detect the lane departure via the real-time video image and warn the driver. Refer to the following instructions to set the detection sensitivity or activate or deactivate this feature. -
Page 51: Setting The Forward Collision Detection Sensitivity
Settings 6.3.7 Setting the forward collision detection sensitivity When the vehicle drives at 30 km/h or above, the FCWS will detect forward collision danger via the real- time video image and warn the driver. Refer to the following instructions to set the detection sensitivity or activate or deactivate this feature. -
Page 52: Setting The Blind Spot Detection (Bsd)
Settings 6.3.10 Setting the blind spot detection (BSD) Using the backup camera, this feature will detect the presence of other vehicles in blind spots and notify the driver. Refer to the following instructions to enable or disable this feature. On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( Settings Road safety settings, and then tap the >... -
Page 53: Using The Vehicle Diagnosis And Management Feature (Drivex)
Settings 6.4 Using the vehicle diagnosis and management feature (DriveX) The DriveX features explained in this section may not be available in some countries, and the setting menus may be disabled, or may not be displayed at all. 6.4.1 Setting the gas price To set and activate the DriveX features, refer to "6.4.2 Setting the vehicle information"... -
Page 54: Configuring The System Settings
Settings 6.5 Configuring the system settings This menu allows you to configure the hardware settings that are globally applied to the system during operation, such as the display language and screen brightness. 6.5.1 Setting the display language Select a language (Chinese, Korean, or English) to display on the screen. Follow the instructions to select a language. -
Page 55: Adjusting The Screen Brightness
Settings 6.5.4 Adjusting the screen brightness This menu allows you to adjust the screen brightness. Follow the instructions to adjust the screen brightness. On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( Settings System Settings, and then tap the >... -
Page 56: Setting The Date
Settings 6.5.7 Setting the date Follow the instructions to set the date. On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( Settings System Settings, and then tap the > > Setting button next to Date setting. Set the year, month, and date, and then tap Apply. The new setting is applied to the system as soon as a change is made. -
Page 57: Managing The Memory Card
7. Managing the memory card 7.1 Partitioning the memory card You can partition the memory card to adjust the storage space for different types of video recordings. Refer to the following instructions to partition the memory card. On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( Mem Card Settings, and then tap the button next >... -
Page 58: Accessing The Product Information
8. Accessing the product information New users may benefit from the basic product information that can be accessed from the Menu screen. 8.1 Understanding the product features On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( About Device Functions to view product features. >... -
Page 59: Using The Pc Viewer
Run the installation file, and complete the installation according to the instructions given in the installation wizard. After the installation is complete, there will be a shortcut icon to THINKWARE Dashcam Viewer. You can download the latest PC viewer software at the THINKWARE download website (http://www. -
Page 60: Pc Viewer Screen Layout
Switch between the front and language for the PC viewer. rear videos. Minimize, expand, or close the software. Visit the THINKWARE website. Open a file, or save a video with a different name. Displays the GPS... -
Page 61: Playing Recorded Videos On The Pc Viewer
Using the PC viewer 9.4 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer Follow the instructions to play recorded videos. Turn off the product and remove the memory card. Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC. Doubleclick the shortcut to the PC viewer ( ) to open the program. -
Page 62: Video Control Menu Overview
Using the PC viewer 9.5 Video control menu overview The following provides brief information about the PC viewer's video control menu. ➌ ➍ ➊ ➋ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➓ Number Item Description Play the previous file Play the previous file in the currently selected folder. ➊... -
Page 63: Driving Information Overview
Using the PC viewer 9.6 Driving information overview Driving information other than the driving speed requires the OBD2 function, and is not available in some countries. If you have installed the OBD2 cable, you can view the vehicle's driving information at the time of the recording while playing the video files. -
Page 64: Upgrading The Firmware
A firmware upgrade is provided to enhance the product features or to increase stability or product operation. You can download the latest firmware upgrade file at the THINKWARE download website (http://www. thinkware.com/Support/Download). For optimal operation of the product, ensure that you keep the firmware version up to date. -
Page 65: Troubleshooting
• Ensure that the memory card is an authentic product distributed by THINKWARE. THINKWARE does not guarantee compatibility and normal operation of third-party memory cards. The recorded video cannot be The recorded videos are stored as MP4 video files. Ensure that the video player played on a PC. -
Page 66: Specifications
To see the product specifications, refer to the following table. Item Specification Remarks Model name QX800 Dimension / Weight 111.7 X 64 X 33 mm / 143.5 g Rear camera: 25 Ø X 32.3 X 61 mm / 25 g Display panel... - Page 67 Every product requested for repair is regarded as a device that has had its data backed up. The customer service center does not back up your data. THINKWARE is not responsible for any loss, such as data loss, caused by product repair.
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