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- Page 1 X1000 User Guide This product records videos while the vehicle is operating. Read and follow the instructions in this guide to properly use and maintain the product.
- Page 2 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.
- Page 3 Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information • Company Name : Thinkware Systems USA Inc. • Company Address : 18021, Sky Park Circle, STE J2, Irvine, CA, 92614, USA...
- Page 4 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 (A) digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003."...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety information 6 4. Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 32 1. Product overview 9 4.1 The front vehicle start alert (FVSA) 33 1.1 Included items 9 4.2 The traffic light change alert (TLCA) 33 1.1.1 Standard items 9 4.3 The lane departure warning system (LDWS) 34 1.1.2 Accessories (sold separately) 9... -
Page 6: Safety Information
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"... - Page 7 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.
- Page 8 • 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.
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Page 9: Product Overview
1. Product overview 1.1 Included items Ensure that all the items are included when you open the product box. 1.1.1 Standard items Front camera (main unit) Mount Rear camera Hardwiring cable Quick start guide & Warranty / MicroSD memory card CS information / User guide Rear camera cable (stored in the microSD card) -
Page 10: Part Names
Product overview 1.2 Part names 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view RADAR port Used to connect the RADAR module (optional). EXT. (external battery) input port Fixing bracket connector Used to connect the external battery Used to connect the fixing bracket. pack (optional). -
Page 11: Front Camera (Main Unit) - Rear View
Product overview 1.2.2 Front camera (main unit) - rear view Status LED Indicates the operating status of the product. Recording LED Indicates the Memory card slot recording status. Insert a memory card to save recordings T H I N K W A R E D A S H C A M... -
Page 12: Removing And Inserting The Memory Card
• 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 the compatibility and normal operation of third-party memory cards. -
Page 13: Installing The Product
2. 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. - Page 14 Installing the product 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. ➊ ➊ ➋ ➋ T H IN K W A R E D A S H...
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Page 15: Connecting The Power Cable
Hardwiring cable to the vehicle. If the product is not installed properly, the product may be damaged or an electrical fire or electrocution may occur. • Use the authentic THINKWARE Hardwiring cable only. Using other manufacturer’s cable may damage the product or cause electrocution due to the voltage difference. - Page 16 Installing the product Connect the BATTERY wire to a fuse leg of the continuous power terminal and connect the ACC wire to a fuse leg of the normal (ACC) terminal. Check the fuse panel’s input and output contact points by using an electrical tester. Place the fuses back into their locations on the fuse panel, connecting each fuse leg with the wire to the output contact point and taking care not to change the fuse position.
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Page 17: Installing The Rear Camera
Installing the product Adjust the camera angle so that the hood of the vehicle covers 1/4 - 1/8 of the screen while viewing the live view on the LCD screen, as shown in the image to the left. 1/8 1/4 Tighten the screw of the mount firmly. -
Page 18: Securing The Rear Camera
➊ ➊ and camera lens. ➋ ➋ Attach the product with the THINKWARE logo facing indoors and press the adhesive tape firmly to secure the camera. If the product is fixed in reverse, the rear view will be recorded upside down. -
Page 19: Connecting The Rear Camera Cable
Installing the product 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. T H IN K W A R E D A S H C A M... -
Page 20: Installing The External Gps Module (Optional)
Installing the product 2.3 Installing the external GPS module (optional) To activate the ADAS feature or record driving information (the speed and location), follow the instructions and install the external GPS module on the upper part of the front windshield. Install the external GPS module near the product, taking the module's cable length into account. -
Page 21: Installing The Radar Module (Optional)
Installing the product 2.4 Installing the RADAR module (optional) Refer to the following instructions to properly install the RADAR module. Install the RADAR module near the product, taking the module's cable length into account. • When the RADAR module (optional) detects an object in the radar area, Energy Saving is switched off and the impact detection is set for 30 seconds. -
Page 22: Using Recording Features
3. 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. If you want to turn off the product, press and hold the Power button. To turn the power on again, press the power button. -
Page 23: Turning The Lcd On Or Off
Using recording features 3.2 Turning the LCD on or off This product allows you to check recorded videos in real time on the LCD display by supporting the live view feature. To turn off the display while maintaining the continuous recording, briefly press the power button. To turn on the display again, briefly press the power button or gently touch the display. -
Page 24: Using The Continuous Recording Feature
Using recording features 3.4 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 LED indicators and the voice guide are turned on, and the continuous recording starts. -
Page 25: Using Parking Mode
Using recording features 3.6 Using parking mode When the product is connected to the vehicle via the Hardwiring cable, the operating mode is switched to parking mode with the voice guide after the engine or electrical accessories are turned off. (Default) •... - Page 26 Using recording features LED indicators Option Operation description Status LED Recording LED (STATUS) (REC) Monitors movement in the area or impacts to the vehicle No impact while parking. Video will be recorded only when impact is detected detected. When an impact is detected while parking, a video is recorded for 20 seconds from within 1 second after detection and stored in the Parking Impact folder.
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Page 27: Using The Ultra Night Vision Feature
Using recording features 3.7 Using the Ultra night vision feature With the Ultra night vision feature, you can record videos that are brighter than videos recorded without this feature. The Ultra night vision feature is enabled by image signal processing (ISP) to improve the definition of videos recorded while driving or parking at night. -
Page 28: About The Screen Layout
Using recording features 3.9 About the screen layout The followings are layout descriptions of the live view and home screens. 3.9.1 Live view screen On the Live view screen, you can view the currently recorded video and operate the product by tapping on the LCD display. -
Page 29: Home Screen
Using recording features 3.9.2 Home screen You can move to the Home screen by tapping the Home menu ( ) button on the Live view screen. View and play the recorded videos. The memory card management feature is provided. (Refer to "3.10 Playing the videos" on page 30.) Displays the GPS icon when the external GPS module* is installed. -
Page 30: Playing The Videos
Using recording features 3.10 Playing the videos You can play and watch recorded videos on your product. Follow the instructions to play the videos. On the Live view screen, tap the Home menu ( ) button File List. The number of videos categorized >... - Page 31 Using recording features Tap a button on the playback screen to control the video player or other functions. If you touch the playback area of the LCD display, the screen will be switched to full screen mode. To exit full screen mode, touch the screen again. Switch to the rear camera video view.
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Page 32: Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (Adas)
For more information, refer to "2.3 Installing the external GPS module (optional)" on page 20. Use the authentic THINKWARE GPS module (optional). If you use another manufacturer's cable or GPS module, the product may be damaged or result in electrical fire or electrocution due to the voltage difference. -
Page 33: The Front Vehicle Start Alert (Fvsa)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 4.1 The front vehicle start alert (FVSA) The FVSA will detect the departure of the vehicle in front via the real-time video image and notify the driver. When the vehicle is stopped in traffic, this feature will detect the departure of the vehicle in front and notify the driver. -
Page 34: The Lane Departure Warning System (Ldws)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 4.3 The lane departure warning system (LDWS) When the vehicle departs its lane, the LDWS detects the lane departure via the real-time video image and warns the driver. The lane guide lines are displayed on the screen when you activate the LDWS. -
Page 35: The Forward Collision Warning System (Fcws)
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 4.4 The forward collision warning system (FCWS) When the vehicle drives at 40 km/h or above, the FCWS will detect forward collision danger via the real- time video image and warn the driver. Preliminary forward collision warning: Displayed when Secondary forward collision warning: Displayed a preliminary collision hazard is detected. -
Page 36: The Urban Forward Collision Warning System
Using Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 4.5 The urban forward collision warning system (uFCWS) When the vehicle drives at 30 km/h or lower, the uFCWS will detect forward collision danger via the real- time video image and warn the driver. Preliminary low speed forward collision warning: Secondary low speed forward collision warning: Displayed when a preliminary low speed collision... -
Page 37: Settings
5. Settings You can set the product features according to your needs and preferences using the settings menu. The confirmation screen is displayed when applying settings for some items. Tap Confirm ( ) or the OK button to apply changes. Tap Cancel ( ) to discard the changes. -
Page 38: Setting Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
Settings • If the continuous impact detection sensitivity is too high, the product will record a video even when a minor impact caused by the road condition and your driving is detected. This may shorten the memory card’s life. • If the continuous impact detection sensitivity is too low, the product may not record a video when a minor accident occurs. -
Page 39: Configuring The System Settings
Settings 5.4 Configuring the system settings On the Live view screen, tap the Home menu ( ) button Settings System Settings to change the > > system environment settings. Setting option Description Language Select between Korean/English. Volume Select a volume level. Select the item and calibrate the touchscreen according to the guidance on the Calibrate Touchscreen display. -
Page 40: Accessing The Product Information
6. Accessing the product information New users may benefit from the basic product information that can be accessed from the Menu screen. 6.1 Understanding the product features On the Live view screen, tap the Home menu ( ) button About Device Functions to view product >... -
Page 41: Using The Pc Viewer
Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC. 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. -
Page 42: Pc Viewer Screen Layout (For Windows)
➊ Open a file, or save a video with a different name. ➋ ➋ Visit the THINKWARE website. ➌ ➌ 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. -
Page 43: Playing Recorded Videos On The Pc Viewer (For Windows)
Using the PC viewer 7.2.3 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer (for Windows) Follow the instructions to play recorded videos. Turn off the product and remove the memory card. Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC. Double-click the shortcut to the PC viewer ( ) to open the program. -
Page 44: Pc Viewer Screen Layout (For Mac)
➏ ➏ ➊ ➊ ➐ ➐ ➑ ➑ ➒ ➒ X1000 ➓ ➓ Number Description Visit the THINKWARE website. ➊ ➊ Set the language for the PC viewer. ➋ ➋ Set the speed unit. ➌ ➌ Switch between the front and rear videos. -
Page 45: Playing Recorded Videos On The Pc Viewer (For Mac)
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. X1000 Select a folder. Displays a list of videos in the selected folder. -
Page 46: Troubleshooting
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. -
Page 47: Specifications
To see the product specifications, refer to the following table. Item Specification Remarks Model name X1000 Dimension / Weight 104.6 x 62 x 27.9 mm / 145 g Rear camera: 25Ø x 34.3 x 68 mm / 35 g Display panel 3.5”... - Page 48 Ver. 1.0 (Apr. 2021)
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