Nexar HaloCam User manual
The Complete Package for Safety & Video Evidence
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In this manual, we’ll show you how to install the HaloCam in your vehicle and connect it
to the Nexar app for the safest driving experience possible.
Let’s go!
Detects &
records
events
Download
videos from
any device
Unlimited
cloud storage
1-Click Report
for collisions
Wide angle
view
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If you haven’t yet downloaded the Nexar app, do so first:*
Download the app by searching for ‘Nexar’ in
the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android)
Open the app, register, and enable all necessary settings when prompted.
Be sure to enable Location Services so Nexar can automatically start and stop when you
start and stop driving
DOWNLOADING THE NEXAR APP
Do you share your car?
If so, make sure each driver downloads
Nexar and connects to the camera.
*We recommend doing this while connected to a WiFi network
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HaloCam
Holder
USB charger
USB power cable
Installation tool
Micro SD card
Cable clips
USB power cable
Installation tool
Micro SD card
Wire clips
PACKAGE CONTAINS
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Insert micro SD card into the micro SD slot on the camera until you hear a click
Insert the holder into the holder slot on the camera and slide to lock in place
(The SD card may be pre-slotted for you)
Remove sticker from camera lens
ATTENTION: Do NOT remove the micro SD from the camera while camera is ON. Doing
so may cause permanent damage to the camera! Turn camera OFF before ejecting card.
Hold camera with lens
facing downwards
Insert micro SD card
with metal pins
facing upwards
ASSEMBLING THE CAMERA
1. Connect the charging cable to the camera’s POWER port
ACTIVATING THE CAMERA IN YOUR VEHICLE
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Plug the USB charger into your vehicle’s power socket
Plug the other end of the charging cable into the USB charger
Start your vehicle. You should see a green light indicating that the camera is powered
on, and a blue blinking light indicating that the camera is waiting to be paired
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Open your iPhone’s settings
Tap on WiFi
Connect to the WiFi network
that begins with ‘DIRECT-Nexar (5G)’
Enter password: 12345678
Don't worry, your cellular data is still
available
The blue indicator light on the
camera should now be steady
DO YOU HAVE AN IPHONE?
DIRECT-Nexar (5G)
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
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DO YOU HAVE AN ANDROID?
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Open the Nexar app
Tap the menu button in the top left corner
Tap Settings
Tap External camera
After a few seconds, the camera and your
phone will connect automatically
The blue indicator light on the camera should
now be steady
lens towards the road
windshield
sticker
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INSTALLING THE CAMERA IN YOUR VEHICLE
Open Nexar and tap the car icon (for Android)
or the Drive button (for iPhone)
Wait a few moments for your camera’s feed to show
up in the Nexar app
Before sticking your camera to the windshield, make sure it
has a clear view of the road. We recommend placing it behind
and to the right of the rearview mirror
After choosing a location, clean any dust and dirt from that portion of
the windshield
Remove the holder’s sticker and fix the camera to your windshield
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Keeping your phone mounted is safer
We recommend that you keep your phone
mounted while driving to better analyze objects ahead,
detect collisions, and more.
You can let Nexar automatically detect when you
start driving and begin recording on its own.
On iPhone - Go to your iPhone’s settings, tap Nexar,
set Location to ‘Always’. Then go to the settings screen
inside the app and turn on ‘Auto start drive’.
On Android - Go to Nexar’s settings menu in the app,
and make sure ‘Auto start rides’ is on. Also, make sure
your phone’s GPS is on.
Make sure the camera and your phone are plugged in
and charging at all times.
This will ensure that they capture all evidence, just in case.
TIPS FOR DRIVING WITH NEXAR
Watch the video:
nxr.cm/hidecables
Sit in the passenger seat
With one hand, gently pull downthe edge of the fabric at the top of the windshield
With your other hand, use two fingers or the installation tool
to insert the cable behind the ceiling fabric
You can use the cable clips provided if you prefer
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HOW TO HIDE THE CAMERA’S CABLE
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Open the passenger-side door
Insert the cable into the door’s seal from
top to bottom
Bring the cable behind the glove
compartment
Insert the remaining cable under the
passenger-side floor mat
Bring the cable as close to the power
socket as possible, and connect the
cable to the USB charger
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Rear camera port
Heat dissipation holes
Holder slot
Reset button
POWER port
Camera lens
Speaker
Power indicator light
WiFi indicator light
Microphone
Power button
Micro SD card slot
Heat dissipation holes
STRUCTURE & BUTTONS
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Additional Info:
Note: The camera will turn on and off automatically when you start and stop your vehicle.
Indicator Lights:
1. Green light on: camera powered on and active
2. Red light blinking: firmware upgrading
3. Blue light blinking: camera waiting for a connection
4. Blue light on: camera paired
Attention:
The camera is meant to function within the temperature range of -20° to 70° C (-4° to 158° F).
Improper changing of the battery may lead to explosion of the device.
Do not use irritating chemical solvents for cleaning. Clean with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.
Keep away from fire.
To protect the environment, do not throw the camera in the trash.
Do not try to open the camera and repair it yourself. If your camera isn’t working for any reason,
(on iPhone) or Chat with us (on Android).
is on a mission to end car crashes and make driving stress free.
When you use our free app and a Nexar-ready dash cam, you join a safe
driving network of vehicles. As more drivers in your area join this
network, Nexar will start warning you of dangers on the road ahead.
Buckle up, driving is about to change.
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