HIKVISION HikDashcam C8 Manual

Accessories

1. Dashcam × 1
2. Car Charger × 1
3. Power Cord × 1
4. Electrostatic Film × 1
5. User Manual × 1

Product Legend

1. Lens

2. Stand
3. Loudspeaker
4. Power Port
5. Rear Camera Port (Optional TVI Camera)
6. Mini-USB Port for Connection to Computer for GPS
   Transfer and 4G Module Connection
7. Microphone
8. MicroSD (TF) Card Slot
9. Reset Button

Installation

Clean the windshield and place the electrostatic sticker into position. Remove unnecessary air bubbles.

Place the device onto the electrostatic film and route the cable.

Plug car charger into the cigarette lighter, and plug the power cord into the USB interface.

Adjust the angle for customer viewing. You can adjust 50° up and down.

Mobile Phone Connection

1. Scan the QR code to download and install HikDashcam app.
2. Connecting the dashcam to the app:
   1. Open the HikDashcam app.
   2. Select the Wi-Fi Connection from the list.
   3. Input Wi-Fi password to build connection.

• Parameters can be adjusted on the settings page.
• If the Dashcam Wi-Fi is not detected on the mobile device, please press power button once to Dashcam Wi-Fi default switch to Wi-Fi mode.

Dashcam Wi-Fi default parameters:

• Wi-Fi SSID: HIKVISION-C8-XXXX (XXXX refers to the last four characters of verification code).
• Default Wi-Fi password: 1234567890 (To edit password, please go to the Settings page.)

Device Operation

Power up & Shutdown

Access to car power through cigarette lighter.
Device starts recording automatically once the car starts.
Device powers off when the car turned off.

Note: The cigarette lighter interface of some models may be normal. Please ensure that the device stops working after the car is turned off. Otherwise, the battery of the vehicle may lose power.

Recording

Recordings are divided to into standard video and emergency video.
The video voice can be turned on/off via System Settings or Hikdashcam APP.

Specifications

Cautions

Safety Instruction

These instructions are intended to ensure that users can use the product correctly to avoid danger or property loss.

Injury or equipment damage may occur if any of the cautions are neglected.

• In the use of the dashcam, you must be in strict compliance with the local laws and regulations.
• You are recommended to install the dashcam on the location of rear mirror to ensure the dashcam can record with the best surveillance view. DO NOT install the dashcam on the location that will block the driver's sight.
• Keep the user manual for future reference. See initial connection of dashcam in user manual.
• Purchase the MicroSD(TF) card from authorized retailer. To ensure safe and stable data storage, it is recommended to use MicroSD (TF) card of Class 10 or above.
• Format the new MicroSD (TF) card first before being used.
• To protect MicroSD (TF) card from damage, ensure the dashcam is powered down before installing and uninstalling MicroSD (TF) card.
• If the dashcam is directly connected with the vehicle power system, you are recommended to power off the dashcam when the engine is off. Disconnect cigarette lighter to avoid insufficient voltage and abnormal startup. Reconnect cigarette lighter to ensure dashcam will work normally upon startup.
• Operating temperature is at -20 ̊C to 70 ̊C (-4 ̊F to 158 ̊F). To protect the dashcam, avoid it being used in high or low temperatures, or high-humidity environment. Avoid using the dashcam in rain or dust.
• The manual is subject to updating at any given time. The functions of the dashcam may vary according to different models. *The driving assistance function of the device only sends alarms or warnings to the driver and cannot impair the driver's judgment and operation. The device should be used carefully in avoiding accident and traffic violation. Pedestrian or object recognition failure or recognition error may occur due to external factors. DO NOT solely rely on the driving assistance function.

Troubleshooting

Documents / Resources

Download manual

Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.

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