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3-Channel Touch Screen Dash Cam 3-CHANNEL RECORDING Smart & Beau�ful ROVE APP For iOS & Android DUAL BAND BUILT-IN-WIFI www.rovedashcam.com Copyright (C) 2022, All rights reserved...
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EMAIL US help@rovedashcam.com For faster response text us TEXT US 1 (401) 484-ROVE(7683) Scan the QR Code to Email US Scan the QR Code to Text US Just Scan the QR Code with your iPhone or Android’s Camera to get in touch with us.
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WATCH HOW TO VIDEOS Visit our website www.rovedashcam.com/pages/videos Understanding ROVE R3 Understanding ROVE R3 Watch HOW-TO VIDEOS to learn & understand all the features so you can get the maximum benefit out of it.
Inser�ng/ Removing A Micro SD Card ..............Forma�ng Memory Card ....................Time-Zone Se�ng ......................Using WiFi Feature ......................Pairing your R3 with your Smart Phone using WiFi ........Understanding 2 – Camera Modes ................. Playback Your Recorded Videos ................Understanding Camera Se�ngs ................
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing ROVE R3 3-Channel Touch Screen Dash Cam (Front 1440P + Cabin 1080P + Rear 1080P). This product provides high-quality image capture and irrefutable evidence for what goes on from your dashboard’s perspective. Rove R3 Dash Cam is a Smart, High-End, very elegant, convenient, and durable multi-vehicle driving recorder.
USER AGREEMENT By purchasing ROVE Dash cam, it is assumed that by default you agree with precautions, user warnings and all the terms & conditions of warranty. If for any reason you do not agree with any of the terms mentioned in this manual, then you may return the product in its original packaging unused within its return window for a full refund.
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Use only supplied ROVE's USB Car Charger or ROVE R3 hardwire Kit and power cables to power the ROVE R3 dash cam. Do not leave the camera in the direct sunlight for a long period of time or where temperature could go above 140°F (60°C).
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Memory Card: Before inserting the external memory card, make sure to inspect the memory card for physical damage or cracks. Do NOT use the memory card that shows the sign of physical damage or cracks, as it can cause short-circuit and burn the memory card, hence damaging the camera, and if you touch the memory card, it can cause burns while removing it.
Make sure to always keep the camera plugged into the power during its operation as ROVE R3 uses Supercapacitor (NOT an internal battery) You can plug the camera into your home’s 110V outlet during set up. For the power you can use your cellphone’s USB charger and included USB Type-C Cable.
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Page 33) ROVE R3 Car dash cam is programmed to turn ON and START RECORDING automatically when it receives power, and STOPS RECORDING, save the last video file and turns OFF automatically when power gets disconnected within 1-2 seconds.
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APP for iOS/Android.(See Page 36) RESET: There is no reset button for ROVE R3. If your dash cam ever get stuck on any screen or does not respond for any reason, then simply un-plug & re-plug the power cable to reset the dash cam.
USER MANUAL UNIT STRUCTURE APPEARANCE & BUTTON Light Sensor for IR LEDs Serial Number S�cky Mount Label Rear Cam Power/Data Touchscreen WiFi on/off LED Power/Recording Status LED 4-Hidden IR Leds Cabin Camera Lens Mul�func�on Power On/Off Bu�on USB C Power Only Micro-SD Card Slot (Class 10 U3 Speed Only, Max 512 GB)
Most people installed their ROVE R3 next to the rearview mirror and opposite side from the driver. Why use electrostatic film? We strongly suggest that you use the included electrostatic film before placing the sticky mount on your car's windshield.
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USER MANUAL Now thoroughly clean the applicable area using the included cleaning pad and let it air dry. CAUTION: Do NOT touch the area after cleaning, or finger grease will not allow the electrostatic film to create a strong bond with your windshield. Now peel off the “Step 1”...
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(as seen in the photo above). Otherwise, the camera will have a power supply (Rebooting) or NO GPS signal issue. Now, let's peel off the back side of the electrostatic film's cover, do NOT touch the middle where you will be sticking the 3M tape/ROVE R3 mount.
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USER MANUAL Now, carefully peel off the RED side of the 3M film from the mount side (and again, making sure NOT to touch the glue with fingers). Then gently stick the front camera on the wind- shield over the electrostatic film. Then use both hands to apply even pressure to the camera from both sides for about 30 seconds.
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Ensure you are not running cable past any of the airbags as this can prevent the airbags from deploying. Plug in the included ROVE's USB car charger into your car's cigarette lighter socket. 12FT Charging Cable...
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USER MANUAL Install the rear camera at the rear window. Before attaching the rear camera in the rear windshield, thoroughly clean the rear windshield using included cleaning wipe, and let it air dry. Apply the static film to the rear windshield and use a credit card to remove all the air bubbles.
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Securely attach the Rear Camera to the rear windshield on top of the static film, and adjust the viewpoint. Now, connect the rear cam 2.5MM Jack cable properly. See the photo below for reference. You must create a proper and strong connection, as shown below.
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Check the complete wiring at a glance diagram below to ensure everything is connected properly. 6M Cable 12FT USB Cable ROVE R3 Dash Cam Car Cigarette Lighter ROVE R3 Rear Cam IMPORTANT: Make sure that you align and properly connect the rear camera cable properly.
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Rear camera wiring diagram Hide and run the rear camera cable. Install Rear Camera DISCLAIMER: This diagram is provided for informational purposes only and is intended as a general diagram of rear camera wiring. Read all the warnings/precautions in the Main Camera’s User Manual before installing the rear camera. NOTE: The rear camera is NOT waterproof.
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USER MANUAL Plug the rear camera's cable into the front camera's rear connecting port. Push it gently until you hear a clicking sound to make sure that it is connected securely. NOTE: Make sure only to plug in the rear camera when the main (front) camera is turned OFF;...
TURNING ON/OFF YOUR CAMERA Auto Power ON/OFF Auto Power ON: ROVE R3 Dash Cam is designed to turn • ON and start recording automatically when it receives power. i.e., when the car engine is started. Auto Power OFF: The camera is also pre-configured to save that •...
First, understand that all dash cams, regardless of which brand the user uses, they either have very small Li-ion batteries (i.e., ROVE R2-4K) or built-in Supercapacitor (i.e., ROVE R1 & R3 model) to save that last video file safely before shutting off the dash cam, in case if the power gets disconnected due to accident and also during daily turning off your vehicle.
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It charges faster than a battery. The amount of charge a capacitor • can hold depends upon its capacitance or the charge storage capacity. ROVE R3’s Supercapacitor will hold the charge for about 2 seconds. • WHY SUPERCAPACITOR? ROVE R3 dash cam uses a supercapacitor, making it a unique, reliable dash cam on power consumption and safety.
USER MANUAL HOME SCREEN Exposure Gsensor IR LED Parking Mode Loop Recording Video Time lapse Video Memory Card Recording Started WiFi Recording Status Record Audio Video Mode Cabin Camera View Rear Camera View Settings Playback Folder Emergency Lock Video WiFi on/off Button Back To Home Screen WiFi Status LED Recording Status LED...
LED STATUS LIGHT INDICATOR SOLID RED LED - WiFi is turned ON NO RED LED - WiFi is OFF SOLID Blue LED - Camera is ON but NOT Recording Blinking Blue LED - Camera is ON and Recording DIFFERENT SCENARIOS When Camera Is Plugged Into The POWER Camera is ON, (Video NOT recording) Solid...
Must use only Brand Name, Class 10, U3 speed or higher speed Micro-SD card. Max support up to 512GB. We recommend ROVE Ultimate Class 10, U3 Speed Micro-SD card. You can purchase it from Amazon. Search for “ROVE Ultimate Micro SD Card”...
Then It is the issue of the MEMORY CARD. (NOT THE CAMERA ISSUE) - Please Contact US. ROVE R3 Dash Camera is High Bit-Rate Video recording device. Which requires High Speed Rating SPECIFIC Micro-SD Cards. Absolutely do NOT buy Sandisk Cards, Samsung Evo Select, Samsung Pro Plus 128 GB, or any other generic cheap memory cards.
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USER MANUAL WiFi Back WiFi Mode Video Setting Format Micro-SD Card Time Zone System Setting You will see a confirmation to format the memory card. Select the Format to proceed. (The formatting process will be super quick and you will get a message saying "Format Successful" when it is done) FORMAT MEMORY CARD Do you really want to Format your memory card?
TIME-ZONE SETTING: To set the date & time, choose one of the following options below: You can choose date and time of your choice manually, go to System Settings > Date/Time and select the date and time of your choice. You can also set the GMT/UTC time-zone value instead, so the camera will set the date and time based on the GMT/UTC value selection when it receives the GPS signal lock automatically.
It is NOT a cloud or an IP camera and it is NOT meant to do that. You can get live video and footage on ROVE R3’s APP as long as you stay within the 10M range from the dash cam.
NOTE: ROVE R3's WiFi Connection paring does NOT broadcast the internet. The WiFi Connection to ROVE R3 is meant to transfer the data between your phone and the ROVE R3 dash cam. Scan this QR Code download the ROVE Dash Cam APP.
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You should stay logged in your ROVE account mostly, unless you get logged out. If you ever need to sign back in to ROVE account again, then you will need to be connected with the internet first, then login to your...
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STEP 3: Turn the WiFi ON from the R3's Settings TURN ON WiFi FROM THE CAMERA: Go to the camera’s System settings and look for the WiFi option or simply press the WiFi icon on screen menu. NOTE: You will see a solid Red LED Light on the camera indicating that the...
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If you see “ ” Please ignore this message as R3 does NOT provide internet. WiFi is only used to make connections between your R3 and your Smart Phone, so you can wirelessly use the ROVE APP and access the videos/settings of your R3.
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There is one extra step you will have to take for the first time. Once you connect to ROVE R3 WiFi, it will say “No Internet”. Which is fine. Wait about 10-15 seconds until you see the below pop up or notification.
USER MANUAL UNDERSTANDING 2 – CAMERA MODES ROVE R3 has 2 different camera modes: VIDEO MODE PLAYBACK MODE 1. Video Mode (Default Mode) Video mode lets you record live videos and store them on the installed Micro SD card. While in the Video Mode: Touch the screen anywhere to access the on-screen Menu (Touch •...
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While in the Playback Mode: On top you will see two main menus. • Videos - this is where normal videos are stored. Events - this is where locked videos are stored. Under Videos, you will see 3 separate folders for the front, cabin, •...
USER MANUAL Playback Your Recorded Videos There are 3 different ways you can access your videos. A. Directly on the CAMERA by going to the Playback Mode Touch the screen anywhere to access the on-screen Menu. And then press the to go to the Playback Mode On top you will see two main menus.
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You can simply remove the memory card from camera and insert it directly in your PC if you have a memory slot. SD Card Adaptor Then find the added memory card drive “ROVE R3” on your computer and then simply double click on the video to play them.
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USER MANUAL If default video player does not open VLC player by double clicking, then you can right click on each video file and then select OPEN WITH > VLC Media Player. (Make sure to download first. See pg. 47 You will also see a folder named "Protect"...
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C. On Smart Phone To play on Smart Phone, simply turn on WiFi first from the camera, then connect the ROVE R3 WiFi by entering the default password “1 2 3 4 5 6 78 ” Once connected, simply open the correct ROVE APP for your...
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USER MANUAL VIDEO SETTINGS SYSTEM SETTINGS Video Resolution WiFi Back Back Loop Recording WiFi Mode Video Setting IR LED Video Setting Format Micro-SD Card G-Sensor Time Zone System Setting System Setting Audio Recording Date Back Back Date Format Parking Mode Video Setting Parking mode G-SENSOR Video Setting...
UNDERSTANDING CAMERA SETTINGS VIDEO SETTINGS VIDEO RESOLUTION Here you can set your preferred video resolution. Higher the video resolution, improved the video quality and larger the file sizes, hence it takes more storage space. In this menu, you can also select the combination of camera you want to use.
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USER MANUAL IR (INFRARED) LED’S There are 4 hidden IR LEDs around the lens of the cabin camera. IR LEDs illuminates images in the dark. During night driving, inside the car is complete dark, therefore IR LEDs will help you capture video in IR night vision details inside the cabin.
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It needs a step-down circuit in the middle (Hardwire Kit) to adjust the current required by the dash cam. You must connect the dash cam using the ROVE’s 3-Lead Hardwire Kit and connect it to the car’s fuse box (NOT to battery terminals directly).
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Hardwiring your dash cam to your car's fuse box is necessary to give power to the dash cam. ROVE R3 Hardwire Kit is NOT Included in the packaging. Purchase separately.
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HOW DOES THE "TIME-LAPSE + COLLISION DETECTION" PARKING MODE WORK? ANSWER When you turn OFF your car's engine, and if the HWK is installed properly > then the dash cam will - STOP the Continuous Recording from the normal video mode.
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USER MANUAL When you start your car's engine for the next time, the dash cam will give you an alert stating that the "Parking Mode Got Activated While You Were Away" (You will hear audible alert & also an on-screen pop-up). You will need to tap the OK button on the screen to acknowledge that pop-up.
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STOP the Continuous Recording from the normal video mode. Then the R3 will turn OFF. However, it actively senses any impact while the car is turned OFF. Now, if someone hits your car & if the impact reaches the set "Parking Mode G-Sensor"...
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USER MANUAL You will need to tap the OK button on the screen to acknowledge that pop-up. Then you can check and see what happened by going through the last even video. However, let's say No One hits your car, and if the "Parking Mode G-Sensor"...
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WHAT LEVEL SHOULD I SET MY "PARKING MODE G-SENSOR" SETTING AT? ANSWER This depends on your various factors and your personal preference. I will discuss a few most common scenarios to educate yourself. For the Parking Mode G-Sensor setting, you can select between 1 to 9 different Gravitational Sensor (G-Sensor) levels.
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Even the lowest vibration, such as hard tapping the LCD or Closing the Car's Door, will activate the R3 dash cam. You would want this if you want your dash cam activated with the slightest hit to the car.
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• -2.0, -1.7, -1.3, -1.0, -0.7, -0.3, 0.0 (Auto), +0.3, +0.7, +1.0, +1.3, +1.7, +2.2 ROVE offers a vast range of exposure levels in its R3 dashcam. The exposure setting allows you to adjust the dashcams’ brightness level according to the background. Increased...
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GPS Coordinates • Driving Speed • License Plate ROVE Logo • NOTE: By turning OFF Speed stamps the camera will NOT attach the speed embedded data with the video. So when you play your video on GPS Player, you will NOT see any speed associated with the video.
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TIME-LAPSE VIDEO Time-Lapse Video allows you to record your drive at a much lower frame rate, such as 1fps, 2fps, or 4fps, where (Normal Rate is 30fps). Now when you play the time-lapse video, the camera combines all the frames and plays at a 30fps normal rate, so your video will be moving faster thus lapsing in time.
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It is widely known as the fish-eye lens effect. ROVE R3’s advanced distortion correction algorithm is designed to reduce the “fish-eye” or “barrel” effect from the edges of the video.
WIFI WiFi will allow you to turn ON the WiFi broadcast from the dash cam so you can connect your dash cam with your smartphone using the ROVE APP to access videos, photos, and settings. • OFF (Default) ON - Once •...
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USER MANUAL WIFI MODE WiFi Mode allows you to choose the wifi band. The 2.4 GHz band provides coverage at longer range but transmit data at a slower speed. The 5.0 GHz band provides less coverage but transmit data at a faster speeds. We suggest to use 5.0 GHz band unless your iOS/Android device is older version and can only support 2.4 GHz, which is very rare currently.
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DATE Here you can choose the date of your choice manually, along with date format menu settings. DATE SETTING Year Month Date 2020 2021 2022 Cancel Confirm DATE FORMAT This feature allows you to set the date format as per your choice that will be applied across the dash cam.
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USER MANUAL SCREEN BRIGHTNESS This menu will allow you to set the screen brightness. • High (Default) Medium • Low (Recommended to Prevent Heating) • NOTE: We recommend that you set your brightness to either medium or low. Due to the touch screen, high brightness will make your camera HOT. If the temperature will go beyond limit, then the brightness will be automatically set to LOW and even turn OFF LCD until the device will cool down.
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OFF. CAUTION: ROVE R3 has an important failsafe voice feedback if camera is not recording the video when it is turned ON and sitting idle. Therefore the camera will remind you every 30 seconds that it is NOT recording the video.
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USER MANUAL GPS INFO This setting allows you to turn ON/OFF the built-in GPS of the dash cam. • ON (Default) • NOTE: NO GPS related data will be used across the device. (I.e. Live Speed, Speed Stamp, GPS Coordinates) STORAGE SPACE It shows you the information about the memory card inserted into the camera.
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For faster response text us TEXT US 1 (401) 484-ROVE(7683) LEGAL Copyright 2022, All rights are reserved by ROVE. GITEKI : FCC ID : 2A2OE-R3 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions.
USER MANUAL GPS player Software Installation (PC/MAC Only) (Only suitable for the units with GPS function) To download FREE GPS Player, visit www.rovedashcam.com Why GPS Player? What are the features? Check G-Sensor Data Play back your recorded videos To see the Exact GPS route with the video on google maps Check Driving Speed Using the GPS Player Please open the customized video player and install it for the first...
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Date & Time Shows Date & Time of video was recorded Past Viewed Files These are you previously viewed files. Click on to view them again. Driving Speed This is where your driving speed will be displayed. Playback Controls • Reverse •...
USER MANUAL ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY We at would like to provide One (1) full year of limited warranty for your product from the date of purchase to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship. IMPORTANT: Please save your warranty/serial number card as an evidence.
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The replacement unit will be either new or refurbished based on the availability. We reserve the right to even upgrade you to the newest version be it similar or not if we have discontinued the current model. LIMITATIONS / DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY / LIABILITY Company shall not be liable/responsible directly or indirectly for any claim for compensations, damages, any losses etc.
Dash Cam must be placed at proper location so it does not obstruct your view while driving. Do not use or manipulate any functions or any accessories of ROVE • Dash Cam while driving. Distraction is a leading cause of accidents.
Why my R3 dash cam is ge��ng too hot? It is normal for the R3 to get hot to touch as it is a three-channel touch screen dash camera which is processing mul�ple things at a �me, due to that its require more power.
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ASAP. My oldest video files are missing Your ROVE Dash Cam has Loop Cycle Recording. When it is set to either 1, 3, 5 or 10-mins, it will delete oldest files and record newer files over and over when the memory card is full.
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Camera showing "Memory Error" or "Please Insert Micro SD Card" even though memory card is already installed into the camera. Please make sure memory card is at least Class 10, U3 and purchased from trusted vendor such as Walmart, target, best buy, Ship & Sold by Amazon" etc. (there are many fake cards out there Online, remember if it's cheap, its fake.) Now go to camera's system se�ngs and FORMAT your memory card.
If still stuck on firmware upgrade, restart the Camera by removing the power to the R3 and supplying the power back. If none works, please email customer care, and we can easily send you manual firmware update instructions.
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Make sure the camera is slid in and locked in place. If you have not used the ROVE's USB Car Charger, then your car's direct USB might not be providing enough power that is required by this 3 Channel Dash Cam, which can reboot your R3 when it doesn't have enough power.
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USER MANUAL WHY IS MY ROVE R3 IS STARTING & STOPPING RECORDING WHEN THE CABLES ARE PROPERLY CONNECTED? PROBLEM (DIAGNOSE) There could be three possible reasons: You may not be using a Genuine Class 10, U3 High-speed memory card. The rear camera's 2.5mm jack connector is not connected properly.
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OR CAMERA'S TOUCH SCREEN IS UNRESPONSIVE AFTER THE AVAILABLE FIRMWARE UPGRADE? PROBLEM (DIAGNOSE) The firmware update over the ROVE App was not installed properly. Either the camera's power supply got disconnected or the app accidentally closed/timeout during the update process or the installation of firmware did not reach 100% successfully.
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USER MANUAL WHY IS THE REAR CAMERA LIVE VIEW FEED NOT SHOWING ON THE R3 MAIN SCREEN EVEN WHEN CABLES ARE CONNECTED PROPERLY? PROBLEM (DIAGNOSE) There could be four Possibilities: The rear camera cable is connected to the sticky mount power port.
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The car's built-in WiFi network & CarPlay are interfering with R3's active Wifi. connection. Apple's iPhone will intelligently prioritize & switch to Wifi Connection that provides an active Internet Connection to your Car's Wifi hence R3's WiFi Will disconnect and reconnect to Car's Wifi by iPhone. ANSWER (SOLUTION) "For Car's with built-in Wifi &...
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Uninstall/Reinstall the ROVE App, select Allow as shown. Sign into the ROVE APP. Reconnect to ROVE's R3 Wifi Connection. You have now successfully connected to ROVE R3's Wifi & can use the APP to View/Download & Configure R3's Video/System Settings directly on the APP.
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The Parking Mode G-sensor is set to low impact detection. ANSWER (SOLUTION) Update your R3 dash cam easily and remotely using the new ROVE App to have the recent firmware update. Make sure to set the Parking Mode G-sensor feature accordingly so it will not give you a false positive alarm because of too much sensitivity.
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SHOWING N IRRESPECTIVE OF THE DRIVING DIRECTION? PROBLEM (DIAGNOSE) Your camera has the old firmware version installed which has a minor bug with the compass direction. ANSWER (SOLUTION) It can be fixed by updating your R3 dash cam easily and remotely using the new ROVE App.
S�ll Need Help or Have Ques�ons? Please feel free contact personalized support help@rovedashcam.com. Most e-mails are typically replied within 4-6 hours. However, all questions are answered within 24 Hours. No Exceptions !! For customer service TEXT SUPPORT number please visit https://www.rovedashcam.com A BIG THANK YOU!! Thank you for purchasing your new...
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1-401-484-7683 help@rovedashcam.com FCC ID: 2A2OE-R3 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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