BlackVue DR970X-1CH Plus User manual

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Quick Start Guide
DR970X-1CH Plus
DR970X-2CH Plus
*1CH Plus Model
*2CH Plus Model
Detailed Manual
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DR970X-1CH Plus, 2CH Plus
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Important safety information
For user safety and to avoid property damage, read through this manual and follow
these safety instructions to use the product correctly.
yDo not disassemble, repair, or modify the product yourself.
Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or malfunction. For internal inspection and
repair, contact the service center.
yDo not adjust the product while driving.
Doing so may cause an accident. Stop or park your car in a safe place before
installing and setting up the product.
yDo not operate the product with wet hands.
Doing so may cause electric shock.
yIf any foreign matter gets inside the product, detach the power cord immediately.
Contact the service center for repair.
yDo not cover the product with any material.
Doing so may cause external deformation of the product or re. Use the product
and peripherals in a well-ventilated location.
yIf the product is used outside the optimal temperature range, performance can decline
or malfunctions may occur.
yWhen entering or exiting a tunnel, when directly facing into bright sunlight, or when
recording at night without lighting the quality of recorded video may deteriorate.
yIf the product is damaged or the power supply is cut due to an accident, video may
not be recorded.
yDo not remove the microSD card while the microSD card is saving or reading data.
The data can be damaged or malfunctions may occur.

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FCC Compliance Information
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 protections 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 o and on, the user is encouraged
to ty to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
yReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
yIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
yConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
yConsult the dealer or an experienced radio, TV technician for help.
yOnly shielded interface cable should be used.
Finally, any changes or modifications to the equipment by the user not expressly
approved by the grantee or manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate
such 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 of this device.
FCC ID: YCK-DR970XP

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CAUTION
Any changed or modications in construction of this device which are not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device should be installed and operated with minimum 20cm between the
radiator and your body.
There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
CE WARNING
yChanges and modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
yIt is desirable that it be installed and operated with at least 20cm or more between
the radiator and a person’s body (excluding extremities: hand, wrists, feet, and
ankles).
Disposal of your BlackVue dashcam
1. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of
separately from the municipal waste stream via designated
collection facilities appointed by the government or the local
authorities. Contact local authorities to learn about disposal and
recycling options available in your area.
2. The correct disposal of your BlackVue dashcam will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human
health.
3. For more detailed information about disposal of your BlackVue
dashcam, please contact your city oce, waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.

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IC Compliance
This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the
antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna
impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list,
having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly
prohibited for use with this device.
- IC Warning
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-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 equipment should be installed and operated with minimum 20cm between the
radiator and your body.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence.
L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si
le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Cet appareil doit etre installe et utilise avec un minimum de 20cm entre le radiateur et
votre corps.

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In the box
Check the box for each of the following items before installing the BlackVue dashcam.
Front camera Rear camera
(2CH only)
Cigarette lighter power
cable Hardwiring power cable
microSD card microSD card reader
Double-sided tape
for the front camera
mounting bracket
Double-sided tape
for the rear camera
mounting bracket
(2CH only)
Quick start guide Rear camera connection
cable (2CH only)
Pry tool 1CH: Cable clips (5 EA)
2CH: Cable clips (8 EA)
Need help?
Download the manual (including FAQs) and the latest rmware from www.blackvue.com
Or contact a Customer Support expert at [e-mail]
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At a glance
The following diagrams explain each part of the BlackVue dashcam.
Front camera
47.4 mm
Mounting bracket Front security LED
: Lights on during (i) normal mode, (ii) an event is
being recorded (impact detected), (iii) manual
recording has started, or (iv) motion is detected
in parking mode.
: Blinks slowly during parking mode motion
detection standby.
Lock button Camera lens
118.6 mm
57.9 mm
Recording LED
: Lights orange in normal mode.
: Lights red when (i) an event is being recorded (impact detected),
or (ii) manual recording has started.
: Lights green in parking mode when motion is detected.
Speaker
GPS LED
: Lights blue when GPS is on.
: Blinks blue quickly when GPS is turning o.
B/W/L (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE)
: Lights yellow when LTE is connected.
: Lights white when Wi-Fi is connected.
: Blinks yellow slowly when Bluetooth is paired.
: Blinks yellow quickly when Bluetooth is in pairing
mode.

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Connectivity details label:
- Default Wi-Fi SSID
- Default Wi-Fi password
- Cloud code
- QR code
Serial number label
Touch sensor:
Press the sensor to trigger a manual recording.
*Touch sensor can be turned on/o in the rmware
settings.
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Cover
Micro USB port
DC in (power connector)
microSD card slot
Rear camera connection port
Format button:
- Press and hold for 5 seconds, and after a beep,
release the button. Then, press again and hold
for 5 seconds and release the button after a
beep to format the microSD card.
Rear camera (2CH only)
V out
28.8 mm
V out
(Front camera
connection port)
Rear security LED
: Stays on in all recording
modes but can be
turned o from
rmware settings.
Mounting bracket Camera lens
67.7 mm
31.3 mm
Note
yFor 1CH user, the BlackVue rear camera is an optional accessory.

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Install and power up
Install the front camera behind the rear view mirror. Install the rear camera at the top
of the back windshield. Remove any foreign matter and clean and dry the windshield
before installation.
Note
yFor 1CH user, the BlackVue rear camera is an optional accessory.
yMake sure to peel the protective film off the front and rear cameras. The
cameras could be damaged from overheating if the protective film is not
removed.
Warning
yDo not install the product in a location where it can obstruct the driver's eld
of vision.
Turn o the engine. Open the cover of the microSD card slot, gently push the
card into the slot until it locks into place and close the cover.
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Peel o the protective lm from the double-sided tape and attach the front
camera to the windshield behind the rear-view mirror.
Adjust the angle of the lens by rotating the body of the front camera. We
recommend pointing the lens slightly downwards (≈10° below horizontal), so as
to record video with a 6:4 road to background ratio.
Peel o the protective lm from the double-sided tape and attach the rear camera
to the rear windshield. Adjust the angle of the lens by rotating the body of the
rear camera.
Connect the front camera ('Rear' port) and the rear camera ('V out') using the rear
camera connection cable.

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Use the pry tool to lift the edges of the rubber window sealing and molding and
tuck in the rear camera connection cable.
Rear camera connection cable
Connectivity Module (Optional): Connect the connectivity module to the front
camera and attach it to the edge of the window. Use the pry tool to tuck in the
cable.
Plug the cigarette lighter power cable into the cigarette lighter socket and the
front camera. Skip to for Hardwiring Power Cable setup.
Use the pry tool to lift the edges of the windshield trim/molding and tuck in the
power cord.
Power cord
Rear camera connection cable
Turn on the engine. The BlackVue dashcam will power up and start recording.
Video les are stored on the microSD card.
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Turn o the engine. The dashcam will automatically stop recording and power
down. To record in parking mode while the engine is off please connect the
Hardwiring Power Cable (included in the box) or install a Power Magic Battery
Pack (sold separately). A Hardwiring Power Cable uses the automotive battery
to power your dashcam when the engine is off. A low voltage power cut-off
function and a parking mode timer to protect the automotive battery from
discharge is installed in the device. Settings can be changed in the BlackVue App
or Viewer.
Locate the fuse box to connect the hardwiring power cable.
Note
yLocation of the fuse box dier by manufacturer or model. For details, refer to
the vehicle owner's manual.
-After removing fuse panel cover, nd a fuse that powers on when engine is
turned on (ex.cigarette lighter socket, audio, etc) and another fuse that
remains powered on after the engine is turned o (ex.hazard light, interior
light). Connect the ACC+ cable to a fuse that powers on after engine start,
and BATT+ cable to a fuse that remains powered on after engine is turned o.
Note
yTo use battery saver feature, connect the BATT+ cable to the hazard light
fuse. Functions of fuse dier by manufacturer or model. For details refer to
the vehicle owner's manual.

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-Connect the GND cable to metal ground bolt.
MConnect the power cable to the DC in terminal of the front camera. BlackVue will
power up and start recording. Video les are stored on the microSD card.
Note
yWhen you run the dashcam for the rst time the rmware is automatically
loaded onto the microSD card. After the rmware has been loaded onto the
microSD card you can customize settings using BlackVueViewer on a computer.
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Using BlackVue app
App overview
Explore
ySee the latest product and marketing information from BlackVue. Also watch
popular video uploads and live views shared by BlackVue users.
Camera
yAdd and remove camera. Watch recorded videos, check camera status, change the
camera settings and use Cloud functions of cameras added to the camera list.
Event map
ySee all the events and uploaded videos on the map shared by BlackVue users.
Prole
yReview and edit account information.

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Register BlackVue account
Search for the BlackVue app in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and
install it on your smartphone.
Log in / Create an account
(i) Select Get Started and then move to Log-In page.
(ii) Select Log in with Email if you have an account, otherwise tap Create
account.
(iii) During sign up, you will receive an e-mail with conrmation code. Enter the
conrmation code to nish creating your account.
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Add BlackVue dashcam to camera list
Choose one of the following methods to add your BlackVue dashcam to the
camera list. Once your camera is added, continue to the steps in ‘Connect to
Blackvue Cloud’.
-Add via Seamless pairing
(i) Select Camera in the Global Navigation Bar.
(ii) Find and press + Camera.
(iii) Select Seamless Pairing. Make sure smartphone’s Bluetooth is turned
on.
(iv) Choose your BlackVue dashcam from the detected camera list.
(v) Place your hand on the camera's touch sensor to complete Seamless
pairing.

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-Add manually
(i) If you want to connect to camera manually, press Add camera manually.
(ii) Press How to connect phone to the camera and follow the instructions.
Note
yBluetooth and/or Wi-Fi direct has a connection range of 10m between your
dashcam and smartphone.
yDashcam SSID is printed in connectivity details label attached on your dashcam
or inside the product box.
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Connect to BlackVue Cloud (optional)
If you don’t have a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot, BlackVue connectivity module or if you
don’twant to use the BlackVue Cloud service, you can skip this step.
If you have a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot (also known as a portable Wi-Fi router), BlackVue
connectivity module (CM100GLTE), a car-embedded wireless internet network or a
Wi-Fi network near your car, you can use the BlackVue app to connect to BlackVue
Cloud and see in real-time where your car is and the dashcam’s live video feed.
For more information about using the BlackVue app, please refer to the BlackVue App
manual from https://cloudmanual.blackvue.com.
Choose one of the following Cloud connection method. Once setup is complete,
continue to steps in 'Quick settings'.
-Wi-Fi hotspot
(i) Select Wi-Fi hotspot.
(ii) Choose your Wi-Fi hotspot from the list. Enter the password and tap
Save.