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Summary of Contents for Thinkware X800
- Page 1 X800 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 2 THINKWARE is not responsible for any loss caused by an accident, nor is it responsible for providing any support regarding the outcome of an accident.
- Page 3 Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information • Company Name : Thinkware Systems USA Inc. • Company Address : 18021, Sky Park Circle, STE J2, Irvine, CA, 92614, USA...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety information 5 4. Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) (optional) 29 1. Product overview 8 4.1 The lane departure warning system (LDWS) 30 4.2 The forward collision warning system (FCWS) 31 1.1 Included items 8 1.1.1 Standard items 8 4.3 The urban forward collision warning system 1.1.2 Accessories (sold separately) 8... -
Page 5: 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 6 Doing so may result in electrical fire or electrocution. • Use only genuine accessories from THINKWARE or an authorized THINKWARE dealer. THINKWARE does not guarantee compatibility and normal operation of third-party accessories.
- Page 7 • THINKWARE is NOT responsible for the loss of any recorded video during operation. • Although the device was designed to withstand high-impact car collisions, THINKWARE does not guarantee the recording of accidents when the device is damaged as a result of the accident.
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Page 8: 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 MicroSD Warranty/ Mount Car charger (main unit) memory card CS information The standard items may change without prior notice. 1.1.2 Accessories (sold separately) Rear camera Hardwiring cable... -
Page 9: Part Names
Product overview 1.2 Part names 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view Fixing bracket connector GPS connector Used to connect the fixing bracket. Used to connect the external GPS module (optional) for additional features. V-IN input port DC-IN power connector Used to connect the rear camera. -
Page 10: 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. Microphone Used for voice recording. Reset button Insert the tip of a sharp object to reset the product Touchscreen when an error occurs. Used for setting the product or viewing the recorded videos. -
Page 11: 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 the compatibility and normal operation of third-party memory cards. -
Page 12: 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 obstructing the driver’s vision. - Page 13 Installing the product After determining the installation location, wipe the installation location on the windshield with a dry cloth. Remove the protective film from the adhesive mount, and then press the mount to the installation location. ➊ ➊ ➋ ➋ Remove the product from the mount and push the mount against the windshield to ensure that the ➋...
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Page 14: Connecting The Power Cable
• Use the authentic THINKWARE car charger. Use of third party power cables may damage the product and result in electrical fire or electrocution due to the voltage difference. • Do not cut or modify the power cable yourself. Doing so may damage the product or the vehicle. - Page 15 • Use the authentic THINKWARE continuous power cable only. Using other manufacturer’s cable may damage the product or cause electrocution due to the voltage difference.
- Page 16 Installing the product Connect the BATTERY wire to a fuse leg of the continuous power terminal and connect the ACC wire to a fuse leg of the normal (ACC) terminal. Check the fuse panel’s input and output contact points by using an electrical tester. Place the fuses back into their locations on the fuse panel, connecting each fuse leg with the wire to the output contact point and taking care not to change the fuse position.
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Page 17: Installing The Rear Camera (Optional)
Installing the product Adjust the camera angle so that the hood of the vehicle covers 1/4 - 1/8 of the screen while viewing the live view on the LCD screen, as shown in the image to the left. 1/8 1/4 Tighten the screw of the mount firmly. -
Page 18: Securing The Rear Camera
➊ ➊ and camera lens. ➋ ➋ Attach the product with the THINKWARE logo facing indoors and press the adhesive tape firmly to secure the camera. If the product is fixed in reverse, the rear view will be recorded upside down. -
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 port. Connect the other end of the rear camera cable to the rear camera’s connection port. -
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. • Wait until the product is completely booted up after turning it on, and then begin operating the vehicle. The video recording does not begin until the product is completely turned on (booted up). -
Page 22: Using The Continuous Recording Feature
Using recording features Video file storage location Videos are stored in the following folders according to their recording mode. The folder names displayed on the screen and created in the memory card are as follows. Continuous Parking Parking Manual Saved On the product screen Continuous Impact recording... -
Page 23: Using Parking Mode
Using recording features To start manual recording, tap the manual recording ( ) button on the live view screen. Then, manual recording will start with the voice guide. Status LED Mode Operation description (STATUS) When you tap the manual recording button, a video will be recorded for Manual 20 seconds, from 10 seconds before to 10 seconds after pressing the button, and... -
Page 24: Using The Super Night Vision Feature
Using recording features Status LED Option Operation description (STATUS) No impact Monitors movement in the area or impacts to the vehicle while detected parking. Video will be recorded only when impact is detected. Energy When an impact is detected while parking, a video is recorded for saving Impact detected 20 seconds from within 1 second after detection and stored in the... -
Page 25: About The Screen Layout
Using recording features 3.8 About the screen layout The followings are layout descriptions of the live view and home screens. 3.8.1 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 26: Home Screen
Using recording features 3.8.2 Home screen You can move to the Home screen by tapping the Home menu ( ) button on the Live view screen. Displays the current recording status. Displays the GPS icon when the external GPS module (optional) is installed. Displays the current date and time. -
Page 27: Playing The Videos
Using recording features 3.9 Playing the videos You can play and watch recorded videos on your product. Follow the instructions to play the videos. On the Live view screen, tap the Home menu ( ) button File List. The number of videos categorized >... - Page 28 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. Move to Switch to the rear camera video view.
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Page 29: Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (Adas) (Optional)
For more information, refer to "2.3 Installing the external GPS module (optional)" on page 20. Use the authentic THINKWARE GPS module (optional). If you use another manufacturer's cable or GPS module, the product may be damaged or result in electrical fire or electrocution due to the voltage difference. -
Page 30: The Lane Departure Warning System (Ldws)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) (optional) 4.1 The lane departure warning system (LDWS) When the vehicle departs its lane, the LDWS detects the lane departure via the real-time video image and warns the driver. The lane guide lines are displayed on the screen when you activate the LDWS. -
Page 31: The Forward Collision Warning System (Fcws)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) (optional) 4.2 The forward collision warning system (FCWS) When the vehicle drives at 40 km/h or above, the FCWS will detect forward collision danger via the real- time video image and warn the driver. Secondary forward collision warning: Displayed Preliminary forward collision warning: Displayed when when the distance to the vehicle ahead decreases... -
Page 32: The Urban Forward Collision Warning System (Ufcws)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) (optional) 4.3 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. Secondary low speed forward collision warning: Preliminary low speed forward collision warning: Displayed when the distance to the vehicle ahead... -
Page 33: Settings
5. Settings You can set the product features according to your needs and preferences using the settings menu. 5.1 Setting the camera On the Live view screen, tap the Home menu ( ) button Settings Camera Settings to change the >... -
Page 34: Setting Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (Adas)
Settings • If the continuous impact detection sensitivity is too high, the product will record a video even when a minor impact caused by the road condition and your driving is detected. This may shorten the memory card’s life. •... -
Page 35: Configuring The System Settings
Settings 5.4 Configuring the system settings On the Live view screen, tap the Home menu ( ) button Settings System Settings to change the > > system environment settings. Setting option Description Language Select between English/Français. Volume Select a volume level. Select the item and calibrate the touchscreen according to the guidance on the Calibrate Touchscreen display. -
Page 36: Accessing The Product Information
6. Accessing the product information New users may benefit from the basic product information that can be accessed from the Menu screen. 6.1 Understanding the product features On the Live view screen, tap the Home menu ( ) button About Device Functions to view product >... -
Page 37: Using The Pc Viewer
Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC. Move the installation file to the desktop, run it, 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. -
Page 38: Pc Viewer Screen Layout (For Windows)
➊ Open a file, or save a video with a different name. ➋ ➋ Visit the THINKWARE website. ➌ ➌ View or configure the dashcam settings, and set the language for the PC viewer. Display the current video in full screen. Tap the Back ( ) button to return to the previous screen. -
Page 39: Playing Recorded Videos On The Pc Viewer (For Windows)
Using the PC viewer 7.2.3 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer (for Windows) 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. Double-click the shortcut to the PC viewer ( ) to open the program. -
Page 40: Pc Viewer Screen Layout (For Mac)
➏ ➏ ➊ ➊ ➐ ➐ ➑ ➑ ➒ ➒ X800 ➓ ➓ Number Description Visit the THINKWARE website. ➊ ➊ Set the language for the PC viewer. ➋ ➋ Set the speed unit. ➌ ➌ Switch between the front and rear videos. -
Page 41: Playing Recorded Videos On The Pc Viewer (For Mac)
The video files in the memory card will be automatically added to the playlist in the bottom-right corner of the PC viewer screen. The playlist section layout is as follows. X800 Select a folder. Displays a list of videos in the selected folder. -
Page 42: Troubleshooting
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. -
Page 43: Specifications
To see the product specifications, refer to the following table. Item Specification Remarks Model name X800 Dimension / Weight 100.3 x 55.5 x 29.8 mm Rear camera: 61 x 27 x 25 mm (optional) Display panel 2.7" IPS LCD (320 x 240) - Page 44 Ver. 1.0 (Feb. 2022)
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