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Thinkware Z3000Plus User Manual

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This product records videos while the vehicle is operating.
Read and follow the instructions in this guide to properly use and maintain the product.

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  • Page 1 2Channel Dash Cam 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 FCC Statement 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. FCC CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information 5.2 Setting recording features - Cont. Sensitivity - Night Vision 1. Product overview - Parking Mode 1.1 Included items - Parking Sensitivity 1.1.1 Standard items - Motion Sensitivity 1.1.2 Accessories (sold separately) - Off Timer 1.2 Part names - Battery Protection - Off Voltage 1.2.1 Front camera(main unit) - front view...

  • 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: 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 Mount Rear camera Front camera (main unit) MicroSD memory card with adapter (MicroSD Card is inserted in the front camera) Adhesive cable holder Warranty Hardwiring cable...

  • Page 7: Part Names

    Product overview 1.2 Part names 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view Mount connector Used to connect the mount V-IN input port Used to connect the rear camera. DC-IN power connector Used to connect the power cable. Power switch Used to turn on or off the product.

  • Page 8: 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. Touchscreen Used for setting the product or viewing the recorded videos. Microphone Used for voice recording. Reset button Insert the tip of a sharp object to reset the product when an error occurs.

  • Page 9: 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 10: 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 11 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 mount, and then press the tape to the installation location. Remove the product from the mount and push the mount against the windshield to ensure that the mount is firmly fixed.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Power Cable

    The location and specifications of the power socket may differ by vehicle make and model. • Use the authentic THINKWARE car charger. If you use another manufacturer's cable, the product may be damaged or electrical fire or electrocution may result due to the voltage difference.

  • Page 13: Installing The Rear Camera

    Installing the product 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 14: Connecting The Rear Camera Cable

    Installing the product Attach the product with the THINKWARE logo facing the interior of the vehicle 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 15 Installing the product Connect the other end of the rear camera cable to the rear camera’s cable connector. For safe driving, arrange the cables to prevent the driver's vision from being obstructed or interfering with driving. Turn on the ACC or starts the engine to check if the product is powered on. After the product is powered on, the Status LED and the voice guide are turned on.

  • Page 16: 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, turn the Power switch To turn the power on again, turn the Power switch down.

  • Page 17: Turning The Lcd On Or Off

    Using recording features 3.2 Turning the LCD on or off This product allows you to check recorded videos in real time on the LCD display by supporting the Live view feature. To turn on the display again, gently touch the display. You can set the time that the LCD will turn off automatically.

  • Page 18: 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 continuous recording starts.

  • Page 19: Using Parking Mode

    Using recording features 3.6 Using parking mode When the product is connected to the vehicle via the hardwiring cable (optional), the operating mode is switched to parking mode with the voice guide after the engine or electrical accessories are turned off. •...

  • Page 20: Using The Super Night Vision

    Using recording features You cannot use Motion detection and Time Lapse at the same time. If parking mode settings are changed, the videos recorded with the previous settings will be deleted. To prevent data loss, back up all parking mode videos before changing parking mode settings. 3.7 Using the Super Night Vision With the Super Night Vision feature, you can record videos that are much brighter than videos recorded without this feature.

  • Page 21: 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 22: Home Screen

    Using recording features 3.8.2 Home screen You can move to the Home screen by tapping the Home button ( ) on the Live view screen. Displays the current Displays the current date and time. recording status. Move to the Live view View and play the recorded screen.

  • Page 23: Playing The Videos

    Using recording features 3.9 Playing the videos You can play and watch recorded videos on your product or a computer. Follow the instructions to play the videos. 3.9.1 Playing on the product On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( File List.
  • Page 24 Using recording features When you tap a category, the video file list will appear. Select the video you want to play. Move the video to the Move to the File list Archive. screen. Displays a list of recorded videos. Scroll through the list to search for a video file.
  • Page 25 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 camera Move to the File video view.

  • Page 26: Settings

    5. Settings You can set the product features according to your needs and preferences. Setting the camera On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( Settings Camera Settings > > Menu Description Brightness-Front Press the button to select options: Mid, Dark or Bright. Reverse the rear view cam Press the button to select options: ON or OFF.

  • Page 27: Setting Recording Features

    Setting recording features Settings Rec. Settings On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( > > Menu Description Lower, Low, Mid, High Higher. Cont. Sensitivity Press the button to select options: Continuous mode Parking mode. Night Vision Press [Setting] and select options: Motion detection, Time lapse OFF.

  • Page 28: System Settings

    5.3 System Settings On the Live view screen, tap the Home button ( Settings System Settings. > > Menu Description Korean English. Language Press the button to select options: OFF, 1/3, 2/3 3/3. Volume Press the button to select options: Calibrate Touchscreen Press [Setting] and select required options.

  • Page 29: 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 button ( About Device Functions to view product features. >...

  • Page 30: Upgrading The Firmware

    Follow the instructions to upgrade the firmware. On your PC, open a web browser and go to http://www.thinkware.com/Support/Download. Select the product and download the latest firmware upgrade file.

  • Page 31: Using The Pc Viewer

    Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC. 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.
  • Page 32 PC viewer. screen. Tap the Back button ( Minimize, expand, or close to return to the previous screen. the software. Visit the THINKWARE website. Open a file, or save a video with a different name. Displays the video file Displays the current video.
  • Page 33 Using the PC viewer 8.2.3 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 34 Using the PC viewer 8.2.4 Video control menu overview (for Windows) The following provides brief information about the PC viewer's video control menu. ➐ ➑ ➒ ➓ ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➏ Number Item Description ➊ Play the previous file Play the previous file in the currently selected folder.

  • Page 35: Pc Viewer For Mac

    8.3 PC viewer for Mac 8.3.1 Installing the PC viewer (for Mac) You can download the latest PC viewer software from the THINKWARE website (http://www.thinkware.com/ Support/Download). The PC viewer installation file is stored in the root folder of the memory card that is provided with the product.
  • Page 36 Print the current Set the language for the videos. scene. PC viewer. Visit the THINKWARE website. Displays the current rear video. Displays the current front video. Right-click this pane to display the current video in full screen.
  • Page 37 Using the PC viewer 8.3.3 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer (for Mac) Follow the instructions to play recorded videos. Turn off the product and remove the memory card. Insert the memory card into your Mac using a SD card reader or SD card adapter provided. Open the PC viewer.
  • Page 38 Using the PC viewer 8.3.4 Video control menu overview (for Mac) The following provides brief information about the PC viewer's video control menu. ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➓ Number Item Description ➊ Play/Pause Play or pause the selected video file. Stop playing the current video.

  • Page 39: 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.

  • Page 40: Specifications

    10. Specifications To see the product specifications, refer to the following table. Item Specification Remarks Model name Z3000Plus Dimension / Weight 106 x 66.4 x 25.7mm / 98g Display panel FHD 2 Channel 3.2 inch TFT LCD Memory microSD Memory card (UHS-I)
  • Page 41 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.
  • Page 42 Ver. 1.4 (July. 2019)

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