THINKWARE Q800PROB Dash Camera Instructions
- June 5, 2024
- THINKWARE
Table of Contents
Q800PROB Dash Camera
Instructions
Product overview
1.2 Part names
1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) – front view 
To reset the product, press and hold the voice recording ( ) and manual recording buttons simultaneously until you hear beeps.
1.2.2 Front camera (main unit)-rear view
1.2.3 Rear camera (optional)
1.3 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. Removing the memory card
Ensure that the product is turned off, and then gently push the bottom of the
memory card with your fingernail. The lower part of the memory card will be
exposed.
Remove it from the product. Inserting the memory card
Insert the memory card into the memory card slot, pay attention to the
direction of the memory card, and then push the memory card into the slot
until you hear a click. Before inserting the memory card, ensure that the
metal contacts on the memory card are facing toward the buttons of the
product.
- **** 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 the 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.
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. 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).
2.1.2 Securing the product
Follow the instructions to secure the product at the installation location.
Align the mount to the mount rail on the product, and then slide it until you
hear a click (0). Then, carefully remove the protective film (0).
2 After determining the installation location, wipe the installation location
on the windshield with a dry cloth.
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.
- **** 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.
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 22 or “5. Using the PC viewer on page 33.
2.1.3 Connecting the power cable
When the engine and electrical accessories are turned off, connect the car
charger.
The hardwiring cable (optional) must be professionally installed to the
vehicle by a trained mechanic.
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.
- **** 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.
2.2 Installing the rear camera (optional)
Refer to the following instructions to properly install the rear camera.
2.2.1 Selecting an installation location Select a location on the rear windshield where there is no defrost grid wire and the camera can record the entire rear view.
- ****For vehicles with a sunshade attached to the rear windshield, you must select a location where using the sunshade will not interfere with camera operation.
- The adhesive part of the rear camera should not touch the defrost grid.
2.2.2 Securing the rear camera
Refer to the following instructions to secure the product to the installation
location.
1 After determining the installation location, wipe the installation surface
of the windshield with a dry cloth.
Check the installation location before you secure the rear camera to the rear
windshield. After securing the rear camera to the windshield, it is hard to
remove the camera or change the installation location due to the strong
adhesive.
Remove
the protective film from the adhesive mount and camera lens.
Attach the product with the THINKWARE logo facing indoors and press the
adhesive tape firmly to secure the camera.
I—IIf the product is fixed in reverse, the rear view will be recorded upside
down.
Adjust
the camera’s vertical angle.
2.2.3 Connecting the rear camera cable
Power off the product and connect the rear camera cable to the front camera
(main unit).
Connect
one end of the rear camera cable to the front camera’s V-IN port.
Connect the other end of the rear camera cable to the rear camera’s connection
port.
**** For safe driving, arrange the cables to prevent the driver’s vision from
being obstructed or interfering with driving.
Turn on the ACC or start the engine to check if the product is powered on.
After the product is powered on, the Status LED and the voice guidance will be
turned on.
The product is powered on when the ACC mode is turned on or when the engine
starts.
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.
** 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).
3.2 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| | | | |
** Play videos on Windows/Mac computer or using the Thinkware mobile app.
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.
file name is composed of the recording start date and time, and the recording
option.
3.3
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.