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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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Summary of Contents for Thinkware F70 PRO

  • Page 1 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: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information 6. Settings 6.1 Managing the memory card 1. Product overview 6.2 Setting the Camera 1.1 Included items 6.3 Setting recording features 1.1.1 Standard items 6.4 Setting road safety features 1.1.2 Accessories (sold separately) 6.5 Configuring the system settings 1.2 Part names 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view 7.
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    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 5 • 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.
  • 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 Front camera (main unit) Mount Car charger Adhesive cable holder microSD memory card Warranty & CS information (consumable) The standard items may change without prior notice.
  • Page 7: Part Names

    Product overview 1.2 Part names 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view GPS port Used to connect the external Mount connector GPS receiver (optional) for Used to connect the mount. additional features. Front camera lens Records the front view. Memory card slot Wi-Fi button Insert a memory card to save recordings.
  • Page 8: 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 9: 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 10 Installing the product Remove the protective film from the adhesive mount, and then press the mount 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. Align the product to the mount, and then slide it into the locking position until you hear a click.
  • Page 11: Connecting The Power Cable

    • The hardwiring cable (optional) must be professionally installed to the vehicle by a trained mechanic. • 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.
  • Page 12: Installing The External Gps Receiver (Optional)

    Installing the product 2.2 Installing the external GPS receiver (optional) To activate the safety camera feature or record driving information (the speed and location), follow the instructions and install the external GPS receiver on the upper part of the front windshield. Install the external GPS receiver near the product, taking the receiver's cable length into account.
  • Page 13: Using Recording Features

    Play videos on Window/Mac computers or using the THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK. If you play videos by inserting the memory card in devices such as a smartphone or a tablet PC, the video files may be lost. A file name is composed of the recording start date and time, and the recording option.
  • Page 14: Recording Manually

    Using recording features • 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). • When incident continuous recording starts, the buzzer sounds as a notification. This function saves you time when checking the status LED to know the operating status of the product.
  • Page 15: Using The Super Night Vision Feature

    Using recording features Option Operation description STATUS LED A videos is recorded at a rate of 2 fps for 10 minutes, compressed into No impact a 2-minute long file, and stored in the "motion_timelapse_rec" folder. detected Since the video file recorded with this option is small, you can record (light on) a long video.
  • Page 16: Using The Mobile Viewer

    4. Using the mobile viewer You can view and manage recorded videos and configure various product features on your smartphone. One of the following environments is required to use the THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK application: - Android 7.0 (Nougat) or higher - iOS 13 or higher 4.1 Connect the product to a smartphone...
  • Page 17: Using The Pc Viewer

    Click Select OS to select your OS, then click DOWNLOAD. • The new PC viewer for Mac can be downloaded from the Apple App Store without visiting the THINKWARE website. Search for "Thinkware Dashcam Viewer" in the Apple App Store.
  • Page 18: Pc Viewer Screen Layout

    ➓ Number Description Open a file, or save a video with a different name. ➊ Visit the THINKWARE website. ➋ View or configure the dashcam settings, and set the language for the PC viewer. ➌ ➍ Display the current video in full screen. Tap the Back ( ) button to return to the previous screen.
  • Page 19: Playing Recorded Videos On The Pc Viewer

    Using the PC viewer 5.2.4 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. Double-click the shortcut to the PC viewer ( ) to open the program.
  • Page 20: Settings

    6. Settings You can set the product features according to your needs and preferences using the mobile viewer or the PC viewer. The following procedures are based on the mobile viewer. The product will stop recording while configuring settings on the mobile viewer. 6.1 Managing the memory card From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings Memory Card Settings to manage the memory card settings.
  • Page 21: Setting Recording Features

    Settings 6.3 Setting recording features From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings Record Settings to manage the recording features settings. > Options Description Voice Recording Select from Enabled/Disabled. You can set the privacy recording feature to delete your recorded files after a set amount of time to protect the privacy of others.
  • Page 22: Setting Road Safety Features

    Settings 6.4 Setting road safety features From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings Road Safety Settings to manage the road safety features > settings. Options Description Safety Cameras Select from Enabled/Disabled for the safety cameras. Mobile Zone Alert Select from Enabled/Disabled for the mobile zone alert. 6.5 Configuring the system settings From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam Settings System Settings to configure the hardware system settings.
  • Page 23: Upgrading The Firmware

    Follow the instructions to upgrade the firmware. On your PC, open a web browser and go to https://www.thinkware.com/Support/Download. Select the product and download the latest firmware upgrade file.
  • Page 24: 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 25: Specifications

    To see the product specifications, refer to the following table. Item Specification Remarks Model name F70 PRO 82 x 33.8 x 34.6 mm / 42.4 g Dimensions / Weight Not including mount 3.2 x 1.33 x 1.36 inch / 0.1 lb...
  • Page 26 FCC Compliance 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. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 27 Industry Canada Statement This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Ce dispositif est conforme à...
  • Page 28 Ver. 1.1 (Aug. 2023)

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