The installation instructions do not apply to all types of vehicles, and are written as guidelines to assist in installing the product. Consult an experienced technician if you are not comfortable installing the product. You can also contact TYPE S at 866.294.9244 to speak to one of our installation specialists if you have any...
2. PACKAGE CONTENTS Dash C am Ins ta ll ation Step Please remove the static screenprotector before use it and stick the static into the windshield at a proposition. Please stick the 3M stickers from the mount into the central location of static stickers. 1.
5. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1. Mounting Socket 2. Front Status Indicator 3. Speaker 4. Display Screen 5. Rear Camera AV-IN Port 6. Microphone 7. Camera Lens 8. MicroSD Card Slot 9. USB-C Power Input 10. Power Button 11. Function Buttons 12. Back Status Indicator 13.
6. BUTTON CONFIGURATION Apply configuration and settings to the Dashcam using the 3 function buttons. Please refer to the section below for the Function Buttons functions of each button under different modes. - Switch between Front/Rear/PIP view (press and hold for 3 sec) - Snapshot/Burst Photo (click once) Camera Mode Camera Mode...
7. INSTALLATION Peel off the protective film Insert the MicroSD card into the slot from the display screen. if not pre-installed. Plug the USB-C power cable into the Attach the Dashcam input port on the Windshield Mount. to the Windshield Mount using the socket on the top.
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Attach the Dashcam onto the windshield: - Apply the static sticker onto the cleaned windshield and peel off the protective film. - Peel off the 3M VHB™ tape backer from the mount and attach the dashcam onto the static sticker. WARNING: When installing, please ensure that it won't obstruct the driver's field of vision.
Route the power cable to your 12 / 24V outlet (cigarette lighter) and hide the cable in the headliner and pillars. We recommend going through the passenger side so the cable doesn't get into the driver's way. 8. INITIAL SETUP Set date &...
9. MENU SETTINGS Apply configuration and settings to the Dashcam using the 3 function buttons. Video Mode 4K+FHD 00:00:15 • The Dashcam will start recording automatically upon being connected to power. • If you have connected an add-on 1080P Rear Camera (BT532838, sold separately), the display will default to picture-in-picture view.
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Play Back and Manage Files Video_Front 1/15 • Click to cycle through the previews. • Click to open the selected video file or 01:00 01:00 12-31-2023 12-31-2023 enlarge the selected photo into full screen. • During video playback, click to pause and click again to resume the video.
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Video Setting Video Setting Resolution Resolution • Switch between five recording resolutions. Higher frame Flip Vertical rates (FPS) provide smoother footage. 4K (3840 x 2160P) Flip Horizontal (60FPS), 4K (3840 x 2160P) (30FPS), 2K (2560 x 1440P) Exposure (60FPS), 2K (2560 x 1440P) (30FPS) and 1080P (1920 x G-Sensor 1080P) (60FPS).
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Exposure Dashcam to record videos when an impact is • Adjust the exposure level between +2.0, detected while the vehicle’s engine is off. The +1.0, 0, -1.0 and -2.0 for different lighting Dashcam will power on automatically and conditions. record a 20-second video clip then shut down. G-Sensor NOTE: Feature only available when the Dashcam •...
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Slow Motion Slow Motion icon will appear during recording when Slow Motion is activated. • Switch between 2K 60FPS and 1080P 60FPS resolution for slow motion recording. Select OFF to disable the Slow Motion function. • In Slow Motion Mode, the Dashcam records videos at a higher frame rate to slow down footages to 2x the normal speed during playback.
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System Setting System Setting Screen Save Screen Save Date & Time • Select the time of inactivity between Off, 1 minute, 3 minutes and 5 minutes. Screen will dim to a digital clock interface Digital Clock after the specified time of inactivity you select. To turn on the Plate Number display, click any of the function buttons.
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Language Device Info • Default language of the Dashcam is English. • Show the Dashcam's current firmware version. Format Regulatory Info • Erase all data on the MicroSD card. • Show regulation related information. Default Setting • Reset all settings to factory defaults. Media Setting Media Setting Keypad Tone...
10. CAMERA STATUS & LED INDICATORS Power / Mode Status LED Indicators Power On Solid blue LED light on front and back when Dashcam powers ON when the engine is turned on. Dashcam is powering on. To manually power ON, click once on the power button. Recording Blue LED light on front and back blinking.
14. DOWNLOADING AND USE THE TYPE S DRIVE APP The Dashcam's auto sync function enables you to control and playback recorded media files using your smartphone with the TYPE S Drive App. Scan below QR code or search "TYPE S Drive" in the App Store or Google Play.
15. APP SETUP Auto sync with the Dashcam 1. Open the Dashcam's menu and navigate to System Setting. 2. Go to WiFi Setting and turn it on. NOTE: WiFi is ON by default. Menu Connect to below WiFi network on your smart Video Setting device Camera Setting...
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6. Select the Dash Camera category. 7. Scroll down the device list and select S403 DASH CAM. Click Set Up Device. 8. You should see the live view of Dashcam on the main interface if the connection is successful. NOTE: After the initial sync, the App remembers your Dashcam’s network...
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4. Run the TYPE S Drive App and select the Dash Camera category. 5. Scroll down the device list and select S403 DASH CAM. Click Set Up Device. 6. Click Join in the pop-up message if prompted to connect to the Dashcam’s WiFi network.
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7. Click Settings on the App permissions setting page. 8. Scroll to the top and click to enter the WiFi setting page. 9. Connect to “TYPE_S_DVR12_4K_ xxxxxx” with the password “12345678”. 10. Click TYPE S Drive to return to the App. 11.
16. APP SETTINGS Main Interface Main Menu On-screen Instructions WiFi Setting Microphone On/Off (iOS only) Display Mode Record Video Mode / Camera Mode Home Screen Gallery Display Mode Select from 3 different viewing modes. Front Rear Front + Rear NOTE: "Rear" mode and "Front + Rear" mode only available when the add-on 1080P Rear Cam (BT532838) is connected.
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Change WiFi Password Click to open Main Menu, then navigate to System Setting > Change WiFi Password. Enter your preferred password (must be exactly 8 characters), then click OK for changes to effect. Connect to your Dashcam’s WiFi network again with the revised password. NOTE: It is recommended to reset your WiFi password upon initial connection to protect your data from unauthorized access.
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SD Card MOBILE Click to download the selected file onto Click MOBILE to access and manage the your smart device or to delete the file from downloaded file on your smart device even if it the MicroSD card. is disconnected from the Dashcam. Click share or to delete the selected file.
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GPS Signal Status 2 GPS receiver is searching for GPS signal when the footage is recorded. GPS trip data will resume once it picks up the signal. If this status persists, please contact our technical support for troubleshooting.
17. SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS– This manual contains important safety and operating instructions of 12 / 24V Car charger for Model BT533206. 2. Before using the product, read all instructions and cautionary markings 3. Do not expose car charger to rain, moisture, or snow. 4.
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up while looking only at the monitor, you may hit a vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist, child, pet or other object resulting in injury or death. Always back up slowly. • The area displayed by the Dashcam and Rear Camera (not included) is limited. The Dashcam does not display objects that are out of the Dashcam’s field of view.
• Walk completely around your vehicle before getting in. Check for kids, toys, and pets before entering the vehicle and starting the engine. • Know where children are. Have children stand in a place where they are in full view. •...
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be the exclusive remedy of the purchaser and TYPE S makes no other warranty of any kind aside from the limited express warranty stated above. NOTE: Warranty only applies for North American customers of purchases made in North America. CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY If during the 1 year warranty period your new product is found to be defective, TYPE S will repair such defect, or replace the product, without charge for parts or labor subject to the following conditions:...
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For customer service and technical support, please call us at 1.866.294.9244. If at that time it is determined that a replacement unit is needed, the support representative will issue a Return Authorization and instruct on how to get a new unit. TYPE S makes no other warranty of any kind aside from the limited express warranty stated herein.
indirect, in contract, tort or otherwise) incurred in connection with the Dashcam, including but not limited to damaged property, personal injury and/or loss of life. Neither shall TYPE S and/or its affiliates have any liability for any decision, action or inaction taken by any person in reliance on the Dashcam, or for any delays, inaccuracies and /or errors in connection with the Dashcam and its functioning.
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This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm during normal operation. S403 4K 60FPS Dashcam BT533206...
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