Vantrue F3 Dash Cam User Manual
- September 21, 2024
- VANTRUE
Table of Contents
Vantrue F3 Dash Cam
Important
Before using the product, make sure to read the manual to ensure that you are installing and using the product correctly. Will not work with all makes/models. May not work with older vehicles.
What’s in the Box
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1 x Dash Camera
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1 x Cigar Charger
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1 x Rear Camera
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1 x Rear Camera Cable
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1 x Bracket
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x User Manual
Product Overview:
- Type-c Port : Power
- Earphone port : Rear Camera Cable
- Bracket : which built in GPS
- Inside Camera
- Display Screen
- Micro Sd card port
- Front Camera
- Reset Button
- Menu Button
- Up button
- Power Button (Press and release the button to turn off/on the screen/Press and hold the button to turn off/on the dash cam)
- Down Button
- OK button
Micro SD Card Instructions:
- IMPORTANT: For optimal performance and reliability, it is recommended that you use only Class 10 or higher Micro SD cards from reputable manufacturers and brands.
- It is recommended that you reformat the SD card at least once a month.
- It is recommended that you regularly back up your data from the SD card to an external drive to ensure that the device can operate properly and that you do not overload the disk.
- The dash cam is compatible with 16-512 GB Micro SD cards (SD card not included).
- Micro SD cards are subject to degradation over time due to repeated writing/erasing cycles. It is recommended that you replace the SD Card at minimum once every three (3) years to ensure that this degradation does not affect your recordings.
- To prevent data corruption, do not insert or remove the Micro SD card while the dash cam is operating.
- Before inserting a Micro SD card in the NexiGo dash cam for the first time please format the SD card. This will permanently delete any data that is currently on the card.
Specification
System:
Chipset: Novatek 96580
Micro SD Card (not included): Max Supports 512 GB Micro SD cards that
have a rating of Class 10 or above.
Firmware: Update via SD Card
Display:
Display Size: 3 inch
Display Type: IPS
Display Resolution
Front: 4K
*Inside:19201080
Rear:* 19201080
Front Dash Cam:
Front Lens A p erture: F1.55
Front Lens FOV: H=115° V=61° D=136°
Front Lens FPS: 30fps
Inside Dash Cam:
Inside Lens Aperture: F1.8
Inside Lens FOV: H=120° V=67° D=140°
Inside Lens FPS: 30fps
Rear Dash Cam:
Rear Lens Aperture: F2.0
Re a r Lens FOV: D=120°/ H=102°/ V=53°
General:
Working Temperature: -20°C- 65°C
Storage Temperature: -30°C- 80°C
Input: 5 V/3 A
Power Supply: 12V to 5V Auxiliary Power Adapter
Product Instruction
1. System Settings
When you power on the dash camera, please press M button to start the setup process
**Storage
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Press OK button to format sd card
Language : Please set the language you want
**Date/ Time
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This dash camera built in GPS, it will automatically update the time according to your local time
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Set Date and Time : Manual set the date and time as demand.
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24 Hour :ON : display 24 hour format ; OFF :Display 12 hour format
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Time Zone : Set the time zone according to your demand.
WIFI
ON / OFF
Resolution
4K / 2.5K
Loop Recording
1min / 3mins / 5mins
Sound Record
Close / Open
Exposure
adjust the exposure for the front camera
Frequency
50HZ / 60HZ
G-sensor
Off / Low / Medium / High
After turn on the G-sensor , the dash camera will lock the emergency video
Parking Monitor
Noted : Available after install the hardwire kit , please contact us to
purchase
There are two parking Monitoring mode.
Mode 1: Collision boot recording
There are two ways to open this mode.(note:Do not turn on “Time Lapse”)
Way- 1: Turn on “Parking Mode”and set “G-Sensor”among Low, Medium or
High.
Way-2 : Turn on “Parking Mode”and set the “Monitoring Sensitivity”among
Low, Medium or High.
After the car engine is off, the camera will turn off automatically, and
prompt “Enter parking monitoring mode!” on the screen. The camera will turn on
and start recording automatically when there’s collision or vibration detected
and the video file will be locked Mode 2: Time lapse recording
Turn on “Time Lapse”, set 0.5Sec/1Sec/5Sec and set Time-Lapse Recording
Time(12H/24H/72H)
After the car engine is off, the camera will turn off automatically, and prompt “Enter time lapse mode!” on the screen. If you turn the G-Sensor among Low, Medium and High, the parking video will be locked when there’s collision or vibration detected.
Noted : Collision-boot-recording won’t work when Time Lapse is turned on.
- If you need this function,Please connect the hard-wire kit.(pls contact us to purchase)
- Only work after the dash cam is powered off
- Recommended to adjust to medium/low
Display Mode
Driving Mode/Always on/Auto LCD Off Driving Mode: When choose this setting,the
dash camera will enter the screen saver mode after 30s, and time and date &
speed will be displayed on the black screen
Volume :
Off/ Low/Medium/High
Set the Volume as demand
GPS Information
To track the Location, Speed, GPS state, Signal Strength, please check it in
this setting.
Speed Unit
km/h or mph , set the speed unit you want
Rear Mirror
If you find that the rear camera screen is reversed from left to right after installing the rear camera, please turn on/off“Rear Mirror”to adjust the view
Rear Flip(180°)
If you find that the rear camera image is upside down after installing the
rear camera, please turn on/off“Rear Flip(180)”to adjust the view.
Reset
This option is used to restore the factory settings
About
Include Product Model and System Version. Please continue to pay attention to
the latest version.
2. Playback
Press the UP button to enter the playback interface. There are three folders: Normal Video Folder, Locked Video Folder and Parking Video Folder. And there are three video lists in each folder: Front Video List and Rear Video List. After entering the video list, you can see the following video list. Front video name ends with F, Inside video name ends with I ,Rear cam video name ends with R.
Noted
If the video recorded by time-lapse mode is locked, it is still stored in the
parking video folder, but it is locked.
3. WIFI and App
The WIFI feature has been designed so you can connect your dash camera
wireless with your smartphone and access your recording instantly from the
dash cam. Here you can view, download and share your videos easily with your
friends and family. The app“6zhentan”is a free app that allows you to operate
this WLAN built-in drive recorder from your smartphone.
How to download the App
Way 1 : Please Download the“Viidure”app from Google store or Apple Store
Way 2: Please use your smartphone to scan the QR code to go to the
download page
How to connect the App
Turn on the WIFI setting. The WIFI name and WIFI password will appear on the
screen. Connect WIFI
Now simply join the WIFI by going into your iPhone or Android phone’s
Settings>WiFi> WiFi.Then enter the default password:12345678 to join the
network.
Noted : Once your camera is connected to WiFi successfully and when you open the “Viidure”app, the camera will sync automatically. You should see the live video feed from the camera on the“Viidure”app. Then keep exploring the app from here on.
Installation Guide:
Notes:
- Before installing, pre-fit and test the device to ensure each component works as intended.
- Installation may require professional assistance. If you are not comfortable completing any of the steps listed please contact a local professional for assistance.
Installing the Front Camera:
Setup: Please insert a micro SD card into the dash cam before the device is
turned on for the first time.
Step 1: Attach the dash cam on the front windshield of your vehicle as shown in the figure below. Adjust its position as needed.
Step 2: Using the pry tool to pry up the edges of the decorative paneling in the vehicle so the wiring can be run underneath, run the power cable along the front windshield, down the structural pillar, and across the passenger dash panel to the cigarette lighter. Make sure that it does not interfere with your vision and will not impede your ability to drive in any way. Plug the auxiliary power cable into the car’s auxiliary power outlet, and plug the other end of the cable into the power input port on the dash cam as shown in the figure below.
Note: It is important to ensure that the cable installation does not interfere with the vehicle’s airbags or other safety functions. If you are not sure if you can do this without risk to the safety features of the vehicle, please contact a local professional for installation assistance.
FAQ:
What’s the WIFI range ?
The WiFi signal range is about 10ft when there are no obstructions in the middle. Please NOTE that just like your home WiFi network,you can’t have WiFi signal outside your home,the same way, WiFi range is 10FT from this small device.
Can i change the password ?
Yes.You can set the WIFI password in the app. And if you need to modify the WIFI password, please restart the dash cam and forget the original network with your mobile phone after the modification is completed.
Why is my unit not turning on?
- Ensure the power cable is firmly and fully connected.
- Make sure the socket of your vehicle’s auxiliary power outlet is clean and free of corrosion.
- Make sure the power cable is firmly and fully seated in the auxiliary power outlet. Why does the dash cam continuously display “No SD card?”
- Please double check to be certain that a micro SD card is inserted in the unit, and ensure that the SD card is Class 10 or above.
- The SD card may be damaged due to repeated writing and erasing cycles. You can test to see if this is the issue by trying a new or known working micro SD card in the unit. If this is the issue the SD card will need to be replaced.
What should I do if the SD card is full or the latest videos are overwritten?
- Replace the SD card with a new SD card.
- Pull the old files off your SD card regularly.
- Format the SD card once a month to keep the device running normally. How do I format the SD card?
- Option 1: In the Dash Cam manu navigate to: Settings > Storage > Format SD Card.
- Option 2: Using a computer or laptop, follow the instructions provided by the OS manufacturer to format a disk.
The screen doesn’t show the reversing assistant line and/or the rear camera image when reversing.
- Please go to the preview interface to see if you can see the footage from the rear camera.
- If yes, please verify whether the Red Trigger Wire on the Rear Camera Power Connection Cable is electrically tied to the reversing lamp positive lead.
- If not, please check all of the connections leading to the rear camera to ensure that the camera is plugged into the system.
Why are all of the recorded videos blurry?
- Please make sure that both the front and rear camera lenses are clean and are free from fingerprints or smudges. Please clean both lenses using an approved lens cleaning solution, or with rubbing alcohol.
- Ensure that you have removed the protective film off the lens.
- Make sure the windshield around the camera lens is clean and free of dirt and debris. Both inside and outside of the vehicle.
How do I transfer files from the dash cam to my computer?
- Turn off the dash cam and remove the micro SD card from the device. Using a card reader, insert the SD card into your computer. You can then transfer files from the SD card onto your computer.
Note: Do not insert or remove the Micro SD card while it is saving or reading data. The data may be damaged or lost. Only insert or remove the SD card when the dash cam is turned off.
FCC Warnning:
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 equipmentoff and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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 complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
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