F70 PRO Thinkware Dash Camera User Guide

June 13, 2024
THINKWARE

F70 PRO Thinkware Dash Camera

Product Information

  • The THINKWARE F70 PRO is a vehicle recording product that is designed to record videos while the vehicle is in operation.
  • It is primarily used for reference when investigating incidents or road accidents.
  • Please note that this product may not record all events, especially accidents with small impacts that do not activate the impact sensor or accidents with massive impacts that cause the vehicle’s battery voltage to deviate.
  • Before using the product, it is important to ensure that the device is completely turned on (booted up).
  • This will ensure that all vehicle events are recorded. THINKWARE is not responsible for any loss caused by an accident, and they do not provide support regarding the outcome of an accident.
  • It is important to note that certain vehicle configurations or operating conditions, such as the installation of remote door lock devices or different firmware versions may affect the product’s performance or features.

Product Usage Instructions

  1. Product Overview

    • Included items:
    • Standard items
    • Accessories (sold separately)
    • Part names:
    • Front camera (main unit) – front view
    • Front camera (main unit) – rear view
    • Removing and inserting the memory card.
  2. Installing the Product
    Installing the front camera (main unit):

    • Selecting an installation location
    • Securing the product
    • Connecting the power cable
    • Installing the external GPS receiver (optional).
  3. Using Recording Features

    • Turning the product on or off.Learning about file storage locations.
    • Using the continuous recording feature.
    • Recording manually.
    • Using parking mode.
    • Using the Super Night Vision feature.
  4. Using the Mobile Viewer

    • Connect the product to a smartphone.
    • Viewing the mobile viewer screen layout.
  5. Using the PC Viewer

    • This section is not provided in the text extract from the user manual. Please refer to the full user manual for instructions on using the PC viewer.
  6. Settings

    • Managing the memory card
    • Setting the Camera
    • Setting recording features
    • Setting road safety features
    • Configuring the system settings
  7. Upgrading the Firmware
    This section is not provided in the text extract from the user manual. Please refer to the full user manual for instructions on upgrading the firmware.

  8. Troubleshooting
    This section is not provided in the text extract from the user manual. Please refer to the full user manual for troubleshooting instructions.

  9. Specifications
    This section provides detailed specifications of the product. Please refer to the full user manual for complete specifications.

Before using the product

About the product

  • This product records videos while the vehicle is operating. Use this product only for reference when investigating incidents or road accidents. This product is not guaranteed to record ALL events. The device may not properly record accidents with small impacts that are too minor to activate the impact sensor or accidents with massive impacts that cause the vehicle’s battery voltage to deviate.
  • Video recording does not begin until the product is completely turned on (booted up). To ensure that all vehicle events are recorded, wait until the product is completely booted up after turning it on, and then begin operating the vehicle.
  • 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.
  • Depending on the vehicle’s configuration or operating conditions, such as the installation of remote door lock devices, ECU settings, or TPMS settings, some product features may not be supported, and different firmware versions may influence the product’s performance or features.

About the user guide

  • The information provided in the guide may change when the manufacturer updates its service policy.
  • This user guide is intended for THINKWARE F70 PRO models only, and it may contain technical errors, editorial errors, or missing information.

Copyrights

  • All rights for the content and maps in this guide are reserved by THINKWARE and are protected under copyright laws.
  • All unauthorized duplication, revision, publication, or distribution of this guide without written consent from THINKWARE is prohibited and is eligible for criminal charges.

Registered trademarks

  • THINKWARE F70 PRO is a registered trademark of THINKWARE.
  • Other product logos and service names in this guide are trademarks of the relevant companies.

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” – Provides useful information to help users better utilize the product’s features.

Safety information for proper use
Driving and product operation

  • Do not operate the product while driving a vehicle. Distraction while driving may cause accidents and result in injury or death.
  • Install the product in places where the driver’s view is not obstructed. Obstruction of the driver’s vision may cause accidents and result in injury or death. Check with your state and municipal laws before mounting the product to the windshield.

Power supply

  • Do not operate or handle the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may result in electrocution.
  • Do not use damaged power cables. Doing so may result in electrical fire or electrocution.
  • Keep the power cable away from all heat sources. Failure to do so may cause the power cord insulation to melt, resulting in electrical fire or electrocution.
  • Use the power cable with the correct connector and make sure the power cable is connected securely and is firmly in place. Failure to do so may result in electrical fire or electrocution.
  • Do not modify or cut the power cable. Also, do not place heavy objects on the power cable or pull, insert, or bend the power cable using excessive force. 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.
  • When connecting the power cable to the product, ensure that the connection between the cable plug and the power cable connector on the product is secure. If the connection is loose, the power cable may become disconnected due to vehicle vibration. Video recording is not available if the power connector is disconnected.

Children and pets

  • Ensure that the product is out of the reach of children and pets. If the product breaks, it may result in fatal damage.

Other information about the product
Product management and operation

  • Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or intense light. The lens or internal circuitry may fail otherwise.
  • Use the product at a temperature between 14°F and 140°F (-10°C to 60°C) and store the product at a temperature between -4°F and 158°F (-20°C to 70°C). The product may not function as designed and some permanent physical damages may result if it is operated or stored out of the specified temperature ranges. Such damages are not covered by the warranty.
  • Frequently check the product for the proper installation position. Impact caused by extreme road conditions may alter the installation position. Ensure that the product is positioned as instructed in this guide.
  • Do not apply excessive force when pressing the buttons. Doing so may damage the buttons.
  • Do not use chemical cleaners or solvents to clean the product. Doing so may damage plastic components of the product. Clean the product using a clean, soft, and dry fabric.
  • Do not disassemble the product or subject the product to impact. Doing so may damage the product. Unauthorized disassembly of the product voids the product warranty.
  • Handle with care. If you drop, mishandle, or expose the product to external shocks, it may cause damage and/or result in the malfunction of the product.
  • Do not attempt to insert foreign objects into the device.
  • Avoid excessive humidity and do not allow any water to enter the product. Electronic components inside the product may fail if exposed to humidity or water.
  • Depending on the make and model of your car, the power may be constantly supplied to the dash cam even when the ignition is turned off. Installation of the device to a continuously powered 12V outlet could result in vehicle battery drainage.
  • This device is designed to record video while the vehicle i s in operation. The quality of the video might be affected by weather conditions and the road environment, such as whether it is day or night, presence of street lighting, entering/exiting tunnels, and the surrounding temperature.
  • 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.
  • Keep the windshield and camera lens clean for optimal video quality. Particles and substances on the camera lens or windshield may reduce the quality of the recorded videos.
  • This device is intended to be used inside the vehicle only.

Product overview

Included items
Ensure that all the items are included when you open the product box.

Standard itemsF70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-FIG-1
\(1\)

The standard items may change without prior notice.

Accessories (sold separately)F70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-FIG-1
\(2\)

  • GPS reception may be affected by interference from the vehicle’s windshield, particularly those treated with anti-UV protective coating, or built-in defroster. It is recommended that an external GPS receiver is used when the GPS signal is weak or when you cannot get a GPS signal.
  • To connect the external GPS receiver to the front camera, carefully remove the front camera’s GPS port cover with a pry tool or a small flat-head screwdriver to access the port.

Part names

Front camera (main unit) front viewF70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-
FIG-1 \(3\)

Front camera (main unit) – rear viewF70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-FIG-1
\(4\)

Refer to the following table to check the status of the product using the LED indicator.F70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-FIG-1 \(5\)

Removing and inserting the memory card
Follow the instructions to remove the memory card from the product or to insert the memory card into the product.

Before removing the memory card, ensure that the product is turned off. Gently push the bottom of the memory card with your fingernail to release it, and then remove it from the product. To insert the memory card into the memory card slot, ensure that the metal contacts on the memory card are facing toward the product’s buttons, and insert it into the slot until you hear a click.

  • Ensure that the product is turned off before removing the memory card. The recorded video files may be corrupted or lost if you remove the memory card while the product is on.
  • 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.
  • To prevent loss of recorded video files, periodically back up the video files on a separate storage device.
  • Check the status of the memory card if the status LED quickly flickers red:
    • Ensure that the memory card is correctly inserted.
    • Ensure that the memory card has enough free space.
    • Format the memory card if it has been used for an extended period without formatting.

Installing the product

Installing the front camera (main unit)
Follow the instructions to properly install the product.

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. Ensure that the front camera lens is located in the center of the windshield.

If a GPS navigating device is installed on the dashboard, its GPS reception may be affected depending on the dashboard camera’s installation location. Adjust the installation location of the GPS navigating device to ensure that the two devices are separated by at least 20 centimeters (approximately 8 inches).

Securing the product
Follow the instructions to secure the product at the installation location.

  1. Align the mount to the mount rail on the product, and then slide it until you hear a click (➊). Then, carefully remove the protective film (➋).
  2. After determining the installation location, wipe the installation location on the windshield with a dry cloth.
  3. Remove the protective film from the adhesive mount, and then press the mount to the installation location.
  4. Remove the product from the mount and push the mount against the windshield to ensure that the mount is firmly fixed.
  5. Align the product to the mount, and then slide it into the locking position until you hear a click.
    • The product may fall and be damaged during vehicle operation if it is not firmly fixed to the mount.
    • If you need to remove the mount from the windshield to alter the installation location, be careful not to damage the windshield’s film coat
  6. Set the vertical angle of the camera appropriately.
    • To confirm the camera angle, record a video after installation and check the video using the mobile viewer or the PC viewer. If necessary, adjust the camera angle again.
    • For more information about the mobile viewer or the PC viewer, refer to “4. Using the mobile viewer” on page 16 or “5. Using the PC viewer” on page 17.

Connecting the power cable
When the engine and electrical accessories are turned off, connect the continuous power cable or the cigar socket power cable to the product. Connect the car charger to the product’s DC-IN power port and insert the cigar jack into the vehicle’s power socket. The location and specifications of the power socket may differ by vehicle make and model.

  • The hardwiring cable (optional) must be professionally installed on 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.
  • Do not cut or modify the power cable yourself. Doing so may damage the product or the vehicle.
  • For safe driving, arrange the cables to prevent the driver’s vision from being obstructed or interfering with driving. For more information about arranging cables, visit www.thinkware.com.

Connect the product to THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK on your smartphone and adjust the camera angle so that the hood of the vehicle covers 1/4 – 1/8 of the screen while viewing the live view screen, as shown in the image to the left. For more information about connecting and using the THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK, refer to “4. Using the mobile viewer” on page 16.

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.

  1. Remove the film from the back of the external GPS receiver.
  2. Attach the external GPS receiver’s adhesive surface to the upper part of the front windshield and press the adhesive part firmly to secure it.
    • Before installation, make sure the external GPS receiver’s cable length is sufficient and check the cable routing path.
  3. Connect the external GPS receiver to the product’s GPS port.
    • Check the GPS port location again before connecting the receiver. If you connect the external GPS receiver to the DC-IN power port, the pins inside the port may be damaged.V
  4. Turn on the ACC or start the engine to check that the product is powered on. After the product is powered on, the Status LED and the voice guide are turned on.
    • The product is powered on when the ACC mode is turned on or when the engine starts.

Using recording features

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. 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).

Learning about file storage locations
Videos are stored in the following folders according to their recording mode.

On the mobile viewer| Continuous| Continuous Incident| Manual Recording| Motion Detection| Parking Incident
---|---|---|---|---|---
In the memory card| cont_rec| evt_rec| manualrec| motion timelapse_rec| parking_rec

Play videos on Windows/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.

Using the continuous recording feature
Connect the power cable to the product’s DC-IN power port 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. During continuous recording, the product operates as follows.F70-PRO-Thinkware-
Dash-Camera-FIG-1 \(20\)

When an impact to the vehicle is detected during continuous recording, incident continuous recording starts with a buzzer sound.

  • 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.
  • To enable recording, insert a memory card into the product.

Recording manually

  • You can record a scene you want to capture while driving and store it as a separate file.
  • To start manual recording, press the REC button. Then, manual recording will start with the voice guide.
  • During manual recording, the product operates as follows.F70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-FIG-1 \(21\)

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.
  • Parking mode operates only when the hardwiring cable is connected. The hardwiring cable (optional) must be professionally installed to the vehicle by a trained mechanic.
  • To use all recording modes, insert a memory card into the product.
  • Depending on the battery charging status of the vehicle, the duration of parking mode may differ. If you want to use parking mode for an extended period, check the battery level to prevent battery depletion.

If you do not want to use parking mode or you want to change the mode settings, from the PC Viewer, click
Settings > Dashcam Setting > Record settings.
During parking recording, the product operates as follows.F70-PRO-Thinkware-
Dash-Camera-FIG-1 \(22\)F70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-FIG-1
\(23\)

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.

Using the Super night vision feature
With the Super Night Vision feature, you can record videos that are much brighter than videos recorded without this feature. This feature is enabled by real-time image signal processing (ISP) to improve the brightness of videos recorded.

  1. From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam Settings > Camera Settings.
  2. From Super Night Vision, select the desired recording mode to use the Super Night Vision feature. The new setting is applied automatically. The Super Night Vision feature is only supported in parking mode.

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

Connect the product to a smartphone

  1. On your smartphone, open the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and download and install THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK.
  2. Run THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK.
  3. Tap Dash cam connection is required. at the bottom of the screen and follow the on-screen instructions to connect the product to a smartphone.

Viewing the mobile viewer screen layout
The following is the screen layout for the mobile viewer.

Using the PC viewer

You can view and manage the recorded videos and configure various product features on your PC.

System requirements
The following are the system requirements for running the PC viewer.

  • Processor: Intel Core i5, or higher
  • Memory: 4 GB or more
  • Operating system: Windows 7 or later (64-bit is recommended), Mac OS X 10.10 or later
  • Other: DirectX 9.0 or higher / Microsoft Explorer version 7.0 or higher

The PC viewer will not operate properly on PC systems running an operating system other than those listed in the system requirements.

Learning about the PC viewer
Downloading the PC viewer
You can download the latest PC viewer software from the THINKWARE website.

  1. On your PC, open a web browser and go to https://www.thinkware.com/Support/Download.
  2. Select a model name.
  3. 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.
    • If you are using Mac OS X 10.13 or earlier, you can only download the PC viewer from the website.

Installing the PC viewer
The PC viewer installation file (setup.exe) is stored in the root folder of the memory card that is provided with the product. Follow the instructions to install the PC viewer on your PC.

  1. Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC.
  2. Move the installation file to the desktop, run it, 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

PC viewer screen layout
The following provides brief information about the PC viewer’s screen layout.F70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-FIG-1 \(27\)

Number Description
Open a file, or save a video with a different name.
Visit the THINKWARE website.
View or configure the dashcam settings, and set the language for the

PC viewer.
| Display the current video in full screen. Tap the Back ( ) button to return to the previous screen.
| Switch between the front and rear videos.
| Minimize, expand, or close the software.
| Displays the rear camera video file name.
| Displays the recorded rear camera video.
| Display the map screen.
| Displays the playlist.
ID| Indicates the G sensor value at the time of recording.
@| Indicates the vehicle’s driving speed at the time of recording.
©| Displays the current and total running time of the current video.
49| Displays the progress of video playback.
©| Play or control a video.
©| Displays the recorded front camera video.
****| Displays the front camera video file name.

Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer
Follow the instructions to play recorded videos.

  1. Turn off the product and remove the memory card.
  2. Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC.
  3. Double-click the shortcut to the PC viewer ( ) to open the program. The video files in the memory card will be automatically added to the playlist in the bottom-right corner of the PC viewer screen. The playlist section layout is as follows.F70-PRO-Thinkware-Dash-Camera-FIG-1 \(30\)
  4. Double-click a video file after selecting a video folder, or click the Play (▶) button after selecting a video file. The selected video file will be played.
    • If the video files on the memory card are not automatically added to the playlist when you run the PC viewer, click File▼ > Open, select the removable storage device for the memory card, and click Confirm.

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.

Managing the memory card
From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings > Memory Card Settings to manage the memory card settings.

Options Description
Memory Partition Select from Continuous Priority/Incident Priority/Parking

Priority/Manual Priority/ Driving Recording Only for the memory partition type.
Formatting Memory Card| In Formatting Memory Card, tap Format > Confirm to proceed with formatting the memory card.
Overwrite Videos| Select the desired modes to allow video overwriting.

Setting the Camera
From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings > Camera Settings to adjust the camera settings.

Options Description
Brightness-front Select from Dark/Mid/Bright for the brightness of the front

camera.
Super Night Vision| Select from Enabled/Disabled for the Super Night Vision feature. (The Super Night Vision feature is only supported in parking mode.)

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.

Set Privacy Recording

| You can set the privacy recording feature to delete your recorded files after a set amount of time to protect the privacy of others. Select from G-Shock only/1min (max. 2min)/3min (max. 4min)/Disabled for the privacy recording setting. If it is set to G-Shock-only mode, then it is not consistently recorded.
Continuous Mode Incident Recording Sensitivity| Select from Lowest/Low/Mid/High/Disabled for the sensitivity.
Parking Mode| Select from Motion Detection/Time Lapse/Energy Saving/Disabled for the parking mode.
Parking Mode Waiting Time| Select from 30 sec./1 min./2 min./3 min./4 min./5 min. for the parking mode waiting time (time to switch to parking mode).
Smart Parking Rec| Select Enabled/Disabled for thermal protection.
Impact Sensitivity in Parking Mode| Select one of the five parking mode sensitivity levels.
Motion Detection Sensitivity| Select one of the five motion detection sensitivity levels.
Off Timer| Select the desired off time. To turn off the off timer, select Disabled.
Battery Protection| Select from Enabled/Disabled for the battery protection.
Vehicle Type| Select from Regular car/Hybrid car/Electric car for the vehicle type.
Battery Cutoff Voltage| Set the Battery Cutoff Voltage according to the vehicle type.
Wintertime Battery Protection| Select the month(s) to apply the battery protection feature.

  • To use parking mode, you must install the hardwiring cable. If continuous power is not supplied to the product, the product will stop recording when the vehicle engine is turned off.
  • The vehicle battery will not be charged while the vehicle is parked. If you record in parking mode for an extended period, the vehicle’s battery may be depleted and you may not be able to start the vehicle.
  • For more information about parking mode, refer to “3.5 Using parking mode” on page 14.
  • The battery cutoff voltage can be set only when the Battery Protection setting is set to Enabled.
  • If the off voltage value is too low, the product may consume the battery completely depending on the conditions like the vehicle type or temperature.

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.

Configuring the system settings
From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam Settings > System Settings to configure the hardware system settings.

Options Description
Language Select the desired language.

Volume

| Select the desired volume level for each feature (Safety Cameras/System and Others).
Time Zone| Select the date and time.
Daylight Saving| Select from Enabled/Disabled for daylight saving.
Speed Unit| Select from km/h/mph for the speed unit.
Speed Stamp| Select from Enabled/Disabled for the speed stamp.

If you select 0 for the volume level, the voice guidance will be disabled.

Upgrading the firmware

A firmware upgrade is provided to enhance the product’s features, and operation or to increase stability. For optimal operation of the product, ensure that you keep the firmware up to date. Follow the instructions to upgrade the firmware.

  1. On your PC, open a web browser and go to https://www.thinkware.com/Support/Download.
  2. Select the product and download the latest firmware upgrade file.
  3. Unzip the downloaded file.
  4. Disconnect power to the product and remove the memory card.
  5. Open the memory card on a PC and copy the firmware upgrade file to the root folder of the memory card.
  6. While the power is disconnected from the product, insert the memory card into the memory card slot on the product.
  7. Connect the power cable to the product, and then turn on the power (ACC ON) or start the engine to turn on the product. The firmware upgrade starts automatically, and the system will restart once the firmware update is completed.
    • Do not disconnect the power or remove the memory card from the product during the upgrade.
    • Doing so may cause serious damage to the product, or to the data stored in the memory card.
    • You can also update the firmware from the mobile viewer and the PC viewer.
    • A notification pop-up will be displayed on the PC Viewer screen when a new update file becomes available.

Troubleshooting

The following table lists the problems users may encounter while using the product and measures to resolve them. If the problem persists after taking the measures provided in the table, contact the customer service center.

Problems Solution
Cannot power on the product •  Make sure the power cable (the car charger or

the hardwiring cable) is connected to the vehicle and the product properly.

•  Check the vehicle’s battery level.

The voice guide and/or buzzer do not sound.| Check if the volume is set to the minimum.

The video is unclear or hardly visible.

| •  Ensure that the protective film on the camera lens has been removed. The video may look unclear if the protective film is still on the camera lens.

•  Check the installation location of the front camera, turn on the product, and then adjust the camera’s viewing angle.

The memory card cannot be recognized.

| •  Ensure that the memory card has been inserted in the correct direction. Before inserting the memory card, ensure that the metal contacts on the memory card are facing toward the lens of the product.

•  Turn off the power, remove the memory card, and then check to ensure that the contacts in the memory card slot are not damaged.

•  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 played on a PC.| The recorded videos are stored as MP4 video files. Ensure that the video player installed on your PC supports the playback of MP4 video files.

GPS signal cannot be received even though the external GPS receiver is installed.

| •  Ensure that the external GPS receiver is properly connected. For more information, refer to “2.2 Installing the external GPS receiver (optional)”.

•  The GPS signal may not be received in out-of-service areas, or if the product is located between tall buildings. Also, GPS signal reception may not be available during storms or heavy rain. Try again on a clear day at a location that is known to have a good GPS reception. It may take up to 5 minutes until GPS reception is established.

Before contacting a service center
Please back up all important data stored in the memory card. The data in the memory card may be deleted during repair. 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.

Specifications

To see the product specifications, refer to the following table.

Item Specification Remarks
Model name F70 PRO

Dimensions / Weight

| 82 x 33.8 x 34.6 mm / 42.4 g

3.2 x 1.33 x 1.36 inch / 0.1 lb

|

Not including mount

Memory| microSD memory card| 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Camera sensor| 2.1 M Pixel 1/2.7″ CMOS 1080P|
Angle of view| Approximately 128° (diagonally)|

Video

| FHD (1920 x 1080 @30fps) / H.264 /

file extension: MP4

|
Recording mode| Continuous Rec, Incident Rec, Manual Rec, Parking Rec (parking mode)

Features

| Super Night Vision, Format Free 2.0, Battery Protection, Thermal Protection, Memory Saving, Smart Parking Recording
Audio| PCM|
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth| 802.11 b/g/n + BLE 5.0 (2.4 GHz only)|
Acceleration sensor| Triaxial acceleration sensor (3D, ±3G)| 5 levels for sensitivity adjustment are available

GPS

|

External GPS receiver (optional)

| Safety driving section alert supported, stereo socket 2.5 Ø / quadrupole
Power input| DC 12 / 24 V supported|
Power consumption| 2.8 W (mean) / 14 V| Except for the fully charged supercapacitor / GPS
Auxiliary power unit| Supercapacitor|
LED indicator| Status LED (displayed in 3 colors)|
Alarm| Built-in speakers| Voice guide (buzzer sounds)
Operating temperature| 14 – 140℉ / -10 – 60℃|
Storage temperature| -4 – 158℉ / -20 – 70℃|

FCC

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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
  • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons.

  • FCC ID: 2ADTG-F70PRO

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.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

  • This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
  • IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the USA is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.

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.

This Class (B) digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe (B) est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IC: 12594A-F70PRO
Industry Canada Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator & your body. http://www.thinkware.com. Ver. 1.1 (Aug. 2023) 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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