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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Contents Specs Installation Where to Buy Installation Types Basic Connections Compatibility Setup Download the DroneMobile App Account Registration Selecting Your DroneMobile Plan Onboarding Dash Cam Settings Firmware Update Basic App Functions Home Tracking Controls Activity Setup Recording Modes Driving Mode Parking Mode...
  • Page 3 Manual Live View Live View via LTE Live View via Wi-Fi Live View Controls Gallery Cloud SD Card Media Download Queue Filters Download Media Download Media via LTE on the “Gallery” Download Media via LTE on the “Feed” Download Media via Wi-Fi on the “Gallery” Downloading Media via Micro SD-Card Warranty Troubleshooting...

  • Page 4: Contents

    Contents Install Harness XC Front Camera Windshield Mount 64GB Micro SD Card Harness Cover Screws (2) Cleaning Swab Quick Card Screwdriver Door Jamb Sticker Free 30-Day Trial IR1 Interior Camera IR1 Interior Camera (Sold Separately) (Sold Separately)

  • Page 5: Specs

    Specs Image Resolution 2K QHD (1440p) Front Camera Live Stream Resolution 540p Video Channels Up to 2, including front camera Frames/sec 30fps Image Sensor Sony STARVIS File Format .mp4 LTE Connectivity Wi-Fi Connectivity GPS Location Microphone Internal Speaker Recording Modes Driving, Event, Parking with Motion, Parking with Timelapse, Parking with Alerts, Security Sensors...

  • Page 6: Installation

    All Drone XC installations will require constant power (12v) and ground connections to sufficiently power the device. ● If installed in standalone mode, an additional connection to ignition is required. ● If installed in Data-to-Data Mode, Drone XC will connect to the RS-232 data port on the Firstech remote start or security ● control module. Compatibility Drone XC works with all current Firstech remote start and security brands, including Compustar, Arctic Start, Nustart, FTX, and iDatastart.

  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Download the DroneMobile App Once you’ve gotten your Drone XC installed by an authorized dealer, download the DroneMobile App on your smartphone from the App Store or Google Play. Account Registration If you’re a first-time DroneMobile user you will have to create an account. You can do so by opening the DroneMobile App and tapping on the “Register”...
  • Page 8 On the Drone XC Dash Cam itself - All Drone XC Dash Cams have a label with your system’s serial number. Remove the ●...
  • Page 9 A confirmation email will be sent containing a link to set up a secure password. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a secure password.

  • Page 10: Selecting Your Dronemobile Plan

    Selecting Your DroneMobile Plan Drone XC comes with a Free 30-Day Premium Trial which gives you access to Vehicle Control, Security, and GPS Tracking. The trial also includes remote live streaming from your dash cam and cloud storage for all your media. You can purchase a subscription prior to trial expiring for uninterrupted service.
  • Page 11 Select a DroneMobile plan. Then select a term length. (Longer term lengths offer greater savings)
  • Page 12 Afterwards, select your “Streaming Plan”.

  • Page 13: Onboarding

    Plan Features: No Streaming Connect via Wi-Fi ● Free ● Streaming* Connect over LTE & W-Fi ● 1GB of Live Streaming data ● 25GB of cloud storage ● $7/month OR Free with Premium Plus and Ultimate Plans ● Streaming Plus* Connect over LTE &...

  • Page 14: Dash Cam Settings

    Dash Cam Settings Drone XC Dash Cam Settings are accessible through the “Dash Cam” widget on the “Home” page. They are also accessible by going to Setup > Vehicles > [Select a Vehicle] > Dash Cam. Dash Cam Settings Breakdown:...

  • Page 15: Firmware Update

    Parking Sensor - Adjust the sensitivity of Drone XC to events while parked from 1-5. ● Shock Sensor - Enable/disable Drone XC’s ability to detect medium to severe impacts. Adjust the sensitivity from 1-7. ● Tilt Sensor - Enable/disable Drone XC’s ability to detect unauthorized tilting/towing. Adjust the sensitivity from 1-2.
  • Page 16 (Please note: If you don’t have a DroneMobile subscription, you will have to manually update your dash cam’s firmware via the “Update Dash Cam” page within your dash cam’s settings)

  • Page 17: Basic App Functions

    Basic App Functions Home The “Home” page gives you access to various widgets that display key information about your vehicle and other DroneMobile features. You can customize which widgets are shown via the “Edit” button at the bottom of the page. Tracking The “Tracking”...

  • Page 18: Controls

    Controls The “Controls” page allows you to send commands to your vehicle from your smartphone. You can fully customize which buttons are displayed and how they are arranged. Activity The “Activity” page is a history log of dash cam media, events, and trips associated with your vehicle(s). Gallery Feed Trips...

  • Page 19: Setup

    (Please note: This feature only works when the Drone XC detects ignition on and off.) Setup The “Setup” page allows you to configure all settings associated with your DroneMobile account, hardware and app.

  • Page 20: Recording Modes

    ● Records a separate 1-minute video clip anytime shock/impact is detected. ● You can adjust the sensitivity of Drone XC to events while driving from 1-5. ● Parking Mode Records 1-minute video clips while your vehicle is parked and the ignition is off.
  • Page 21 You can adjust the sensitivity of Drone XC to events while driving from 1-5. ●...

  • Page 22: Manual

    Manual You can initiate a 1-minute manual recording by pressing the “record” button on the Drone XC dash cam. ●...

  • Page 23: Live View

    Live View Drone XC allows you to view a live video feed of what’s happening at your vehicle. You have the option of live streaming remotely via LTE or while connected to your dash cam’s Wi-Fi inside your vehicle. “Live View” via LTE (Requires a “Streaming” plan) Navigate to the “Dash Cam”...

  • Page 24: "Live View" Via Wi-Fi

    If “Live View” fails due to insufficient data, you can renew your “Streaming” plan early, or wait until your data is reset in the next billing cycle. “Live View” via Wi-Fi Make sure you are inside your vehicle as the dash cam’s Wi-Fi has limited range. (Please note: Your phone may have limited access to the internet while connected to the dash cam’s Wi-Fi.) Navigate to the “Dash Cam”...
  • Page 25 Follow the onscreen prompts to turn on your camera’s Wi-Fi and connect. (Please note: If you have a streaming plan, you will not need to physically press the dash cam’s Wi-Fi button.) If “Live View” fails please try the following: Please make sure you stay inside your vehicle.

  • Page 26: "Live View" Controls

    (Please note: Other Wi-Fi based products like “Wireless CarPlay” or “Wireless Android Auto” can significantly impact Wi-Fi performance of the dash cam. If you are having issues connecting, or staying connected to the dash cam’s Wi-Fi, please connect while the ignition is off.) “Live View”...

  • Page 27: Gallery

    Gallery The Drone XC’s Gallery is accessible on the “Activity” page as well as the “Dash Cam” widget on the “Home” page. You can view media stored on the cloud or your dash cam’s SD card by tapping the “Filter” icon in the upper right hand corner of the “Activity”...

  • Page 28: Cloud

    Cloud Gallery The “Cloud” gallery displays a log of media from your Drone XC dash cam that is stored in the cloud. All driving and parking events, and snapshots are automatically uploaded. Live streams are also stored on the cloud, but expire in 7 days unless they are favorited.

  • Page 29: Sd Card

    The “SD Card” gallery displays a log of media from your Drone XC dash cam that is stored on the SD Card. All drives, parking mode timelapses (if enabled), snapshots, and driving/parking events are stored on the SD Card.
  • Page 30 The “SD Card” gallery is a timeline list of media items. Within each item you will find an icon indicator of the media type, the event name, and time & date. Each item can be tapped to access the “Media Player/Viewer” page. On this page you will find the “More Actions”...

  • Page 31: Media Download Queue

    Media Download Queue The “Media Download Queue” shows the progress of items currently being downloaded to your device. You can access this page by tapping on the “Download” icon in the top right corner of the “Activity” page. On this page, queued items are separated into “Cloud”...

  • Page 32: Filters

    Filters Filters allow you to refine the media items you are viewing. Please note, SD Card filters do not include the “Live Stream” media type, and you cannot filter by “Media Tag”. You can access the “Filters” page by tapping on the “Filters” icon in the top right corner of the “Activity”...
  • Page 33 SD Card Date: ● Last 7 Days ○ Last 30 Days ○ Custom Date Range ○ Vehicle ● Media Type: ● Events ○ Live Stream ○ Parking Incidents ○ Snapshot ○...

  • Page 34: Download Media

    Downloading Media Downloading Media via LTE on the “Gallery” (Please note: This feature is for customers with “Streaming” plans only.) Navigate to the “Gallery” tab on the “Activity” page. Select “Cloud” as your source. Tap the “More Actions” icon on the thumbnail of the media you would like to download. You can also tap the “More Actions” icon on the “Media Player/Viewer”...
  • Page 35 (Please note: In order to download media, you will need to give the DroneMobile App permission to access your photo library.) The item will be added to the “Media Download Queue” under the “Cloud” tab. You will be notified when the item has been saved to your device’s photo library.

  • Page 36: Download Media Via Lte On The "Feed

    Downloading Media via LTE on the “Feed” (Please note: This feature is for customers with “Streaming” plans only.) Navigate to the “Feed” tab on the “Activity” page. On the “Feed,” only alarm events will have video. Tap on the alarm event with the media you would like to download.

  • Page 37: Download Media Via Wi-Fi On The "Gallery

    Downloading Media via Wi-Fi on the “Gallery” (Please note: You must be in your vehicle and connected to your dash cam’s Wi-Fi in order to download media from your SD Card.) Navigate to the “Gallery” tab on the “Activity” page. Select “SD Card” as your source. Follow the onscreen prompts to connect to the dash cam’s Wi-Fi.
  • Page 38 Next, tap on the item you would like to download. The “Media Player/Viewer” page will open. From there you can tap on the “More Actions” icon, and tap “Download” on the pop-up that appears. (Please note: In order to download media, you will need to give the DroneMobile App permission to access your photo library.)

  • Page 39: Downloading Media Via Micro Sd-Card

    (Please note: If you are downloading from the SD card via Wi-Fi, you must remain in the vehicle until the download is complete, otherwise, it will fail.) Downloading Media via Micro-SD Card The Micro-SD card is located on the side of the Drone XC dash cam, underneath the security cover. Remove the security screw and the cover using the provided screwdriver.
  • Page 40 Push the Micro-SD card in to eject the card from the camera. Insert the Micro-SD card into any compatible computer to download your media. (Please note: Micro-SD card adapter not included)

  • Page 41: Warranty

    Warranty Drone XC is covered by a 1-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty to protect your purchase from malfunctioning or defective hardware. The warranty term starts from the day that the device is installed by an authorized dealer. Installations performed at a non-authorized retailer will not be covered under warranty.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    The Wi-Fi connection from my smartphone to Drone XC ends after iOS prompts me to use cellular. When prompted to use cellular, press the “Stay on Wi-Fi” button. If you switch to cellular, the Wi-Fi connection to your Drone XC will end.

  • Page 43: Contact

    Contact Help: https://help.dronemobile.com Login: https://accounts.dronemobile.com Find a Dealer: https://www.dronemobile.com/find-a-dealer Facebook/IG/Youtube: @dronemobile...

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