Thinkware F790 User manual

This product records videos while the vehicle is operating.
Read and follow the instructions in this guide to properly use and maintain the product.
User Guide
F790

Before using the product
About the product
This product records videos while the vehicle is operating. Use this product only for reference when
investigating incidents or road accidents. This product is not guaranteed to record or process cloud data
for all events. The device may not record accidents with impacts that are too minor to activate the impact
sensor or accidents with massive impacts that cause the vehicle’s battery voltage to deviate.
Video recording does not begin until the product is completely turned on (booted up). To ensure that all
vehicle events are recorded, wait until the product is completely booted up after turning it on, and then
begin operating the vehicle.
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.
Depending on the vehicle’s configuration or operating conditions, such as the installation of remote door
lock devices, ECU settings, or TPMS settings, some product features may not be supported, and different
firmware versions may influence the product’s performance or features.
About the user guide
The information provided in the guide may change when the manufacturer updates its service policy.
This user guide is intended for THINKWARE Blade model only, and it may contain technical errors, editorial
errors, or missing information.
Copyrights
All rights for the content and maps in this guide are reserved by THINKWARE and are protected under
copyright laws. All unauthorized duplication, revision, publication, or distribution of this guide without
written consent from THINKWARE is prohibited and is eligible for criminal charges.
Registered trademarks
THINKWARE Blade is a registered trademark of THINKWARE.
Other product logos and service names in this guide are trademarks of the relevant companies.
FCC Statement
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 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 equipment off 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 to 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.
• This appliance and its antenna must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
• A minimum separation distance of 20cm must be maintained between the antenna and the person
for this appliance to satisfy the RF exposure requirements.
FCC CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
FCC ID: 2ADTG-F790
Information to user : RSS-247
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator &
your body.
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
Please be cautioned the changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice: 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 B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
IC: 12594A-F790

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Contents
Safety information 5
1. Product overview 8
1.1 Included items 8
1.1.1 Standarditems 8
1.1.2 Accessories(soldseparately) 8
1.2 Part names 9
1.2.1 Frontcamera(mainunit)-frontview 9
1.2.2Frontcamera(mainunit)-rearview 10
1.2.3Cradle 10
1.2.4Rearcamera(optional) 11
1.3 Removing and inserting the memory card 11
2. Installing the product 12
2.1 Installing the front camera (main unit) 12
2.1.1 Selectinganinstallationlocation 12
2.1.2Securingtheproduct 12
2.1.3Connectingthepowercable 14
2.2 Installing the rear camera (optional) 15
2.2.1Selectinganinstallationlocation 15
2.2.2Securingtherearcamera 15
2.2.3Connectingtherearcameracable 16
3. Using recording features 17
3.1 Turning the product on or off 17
3.2 Learning about the file storage locations 17
3.3 Using the continuous recording feature 17
3.4 Recording manually 18
3.5 Using parking mode 18
3.6 Using the Super Night Vision 20
3.7 Using the road safety features 20
4. Using the mobile viewer 21
4.1 Connect the product to a smartphone 21
4.2 Viewing the mobile viewer screen layout 21
5. Using the PC viewer 22
5.1 System requirements 22
5.2 Learning about the PC viewer 22
5.2.1InstallingthePCviewer 22
5.2.2PCviewerscreenlayout(forWindows) 23
5.2.3 Playing recorded videos on the PC
viewer(forWindows) 24
5.2.4PCviewerscreenlayout(forMac) 25
5.2.5 Playing recorded videos on the PC
viewer(forMac) 26
6. Settings 27
6.1 Managing the memory card 27
6.2 Setting the Camera 27
6.3 Setting recording features 27
6.4 Setting road safety features 28
6.5 Configuring the system settings 29
7. Accessing the product information 30
7.1 Viewing the product information 30
7.2 Accessing and configuring the GPS 30
8. Upgrading the firmware 31
9. Troubleshooting 32
10. Specifications 33

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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" - Provides useful information to help users better utilize the product’s features.
Safety information for proper use
Driving and product operation
• Do not operate the product while driving a vehicle. Distraction while driving may cause accidents and
result in injury or death.
• Install the product in places where the driver’s view is not obstructed. Obstruction of the driver’s vision
may cause accidents and result in injury or death. Check with your state and municipal laws before
mounting the product to the windshield.

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Power supply
• Do not operate or handle the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may result in electrocution.
• Do not use damaged power cables. Doing so may result in electrical fire or electrocution.
• Keep the power cable away from all heat sources. Failure to do so may cause the power cord insulation to
melt, resulting in electrical fire or electrocution.
• Use the power cable with the correct connector and make sure the power cable is connected securely
and is firmly in place. Failure to do so may result in electrical fire or electrocution.
• Do not modify or cut the power cable. Also, do not place heavy objects on the power cable or pull, insert,
or bend the power cable using excessive force. 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.
• When connecting the power cable to the product, ensure that the connection between the cable plug
and the power cable connector on the product is secure. If the connection is loose, the power cable may
become disconnected due to vehicle vibration. Video recording is not available if the power connector is
disconnected.
Children and pets
Ensure that the product is out of the reach of children and pets. If the product breaks, it may result in fatal
damage.

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Other information about the product
Product management and operation
• Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or intense light. The lens or internal circuitry may fail
otherwise.
• Use the product at a temperature between 14°F and 140°F (-10°C to 60°C) and store the product at a
temperature between -4°F and 158°F (-20°C to 70°C). The product may not function as designed and some
permanent physical damages may result if it is operated or stored out of the specified temperature ranges.
Such damages are not covered by the warranty.
• Frequently check the product for the proper installation position. Impact caused by extreme road
conditions may alter the installation position. Ensure that the product is positioned as instructed in this
guide.
• Do not apply excessive force when pressing the buttons. Doing so may damage the buttons.
• Do not use chemical cleaners or solvents to clean the product. Doing so may damage plastic components
of the product. Clean the product using a clean, soft, and dry fabric.
• Do not disassemble the product or subject the product to impact. Doing so may damage the product.
Unauthorized disassembly of the product voids the product warranty.
• Handle with care. If you drop, mishandle, or expose the product to external shocks, it may cause damage
and/or result in the malfunction of the product.
• Do not attempt to insert foreign objects into the device. Doing so may damage the product.
• Avoid excessive humidity and do not allow any water to enter the product. Electronic components inside
the product may fail if exposed to humidity or water.
• Depending on the make and model of your car, the power may be constantly supplied to the dash cam
even when the ignition is turned off. Installation of the device to a continuously powered 12V outlet could
result in vehicle battery drainage.
• This device is designed to record video while the vehicle is in operation. The quality of the video might be
affected by weather conditions and the road environment, such as whether it is day or night, presence of
street lighting, entering/exiting tunnels, and the surrounding temperature.
• 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.
• Keep the windshield and camera lens clean for optimal video quality. Particles and substances on the
camera lens or windshield may reduce the quality of the recorded videos.
• This device is intended to be used inside the vehicle only.

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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) Cradle Hardwiring cable
Adhesive cable holder MicroSD memory card with adapter
(consumable)
Quick start guide & Warranty
/ CS information / User guide
(stored in the microSD card)
The standard items may change without prior notice.
1.1.2 Accessories (sold separately)
Rear camera Rear camera cable Car charger

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1.2 Part names
1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view
Speaker
Outputs the
voice guide and
buzzer sounds
to indicate the
product’s status. Power button
• Press and hold to turn
off the product.
• Press to turn on the
product.
Wi-Fi button
Press to connect the
product to a smartphone
via Wi-Fi network.
Voice recording button
Press to enable or
disable voice recording.
Reset button
Insert the tip of a sharp
object to reset the product
when an error occurs.
Format button
Press and hold
to format the
memory card.
Manual recording
button
Press to
start manual
recording.
STATUS LED
Indicates the product's status.
Wi-Fi LED
Indicates the
Wi-Fi connection status.
Cradle connector
Used to connect the cradle.
Microphone
Used for voice recording.
• To reset the product, press and hold the voice recording ( ) and manual recording (REC) buttons
simultaneously until you hear beeps.
• Refer to the following table to check the status of the product using the LED indicators.
LED LED STATUS Operation description
Security LED (light on) The product is turned on.
Wi-Fi LED (light on) In AP mode (Wi-Fi connected).
(flickers) In AP mode (Wi-Fi disconnected).
STATUS LED (light on) The product is turning on.
(flickers) SD card not reading.

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1.2.2 Front camera (main unit) - rear view
Memory card slot
Insert a memory
card to save
recordings.
Front camera lens
Records the front view.
Adhesive mount
Used to fix the front camera in the vehicle.
Security LED
Indicates that video is
being recorded.
1.2.3 Cradle
V-IN input port
Used to connect
the rear camera.
Slide lock
Use it to remove the
product from the cradle.
Hardwiring
connection cable
Used to connect
the hardwiring
cable.
GPS is built into the cradle.

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1.2.4 Rear camera (optional)
Adhesive mount
Used to fix the rear camera in the vehicle.
Rear camera lens
Records the rear view.
Security LED
Indicates that the video is being recorded.
Connection port
Used to connect the rear
camera to the front camera
using a rear camera cable.
1.3 Removing and inserting the memory card
Follow the instructions to remove the memory card from the product or to insert the memory card into the
product.
Before removing the memory card, ensure that the product
is turned off. Gently push the bottom of the memory card
with your fingernail to release it, and then remove it from the
product.
To insert the memory card into the memory card slot, ensure
that the metal contacts on the memory card are facing toward
the product’s buttons, and insert it into the slot until you hear
a click.
• Ensure that the product is turned off before removing the memory card. The recorded video files may be
corrupted or lost if you remove the memory card while the product is on.
• 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.
To prevent loss of recorded video files, periodically back up the video files on a separate storage device.

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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. Ensure that the front camera lens
is located in the center of the windshield.
20 cm
If a GPS navigating device is installed on the dashboard,
its GPS reception may be affected depending on the
dashboard camera’s installation location.
Adjust the installation location of the GPS navigating
device to ensure that the two devices are separated by
at least 20 centimeters (approximately 8 inches).
2.1.2 Securing the product
Follow the instructions to secure the product at the installation location.
1
2
1
➊➊
➋➋
Align the cradle with the mount rail and connector
on the product and slide it down until you hear a
click.Then, carefully remove the protective film.
2
After determining the installation location, wipe the installation location on the windshield with a dry
cloth.

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3
1
2
➊➊➋➋
Remove the protective film from the adhesive mount,
and then press the mount to the installation location.
4
3
2
1
➊➊
➌➌
➋➋
Pull the slide lock to the right and pull up the cradle
to remove it from the product. Then push the cradle
against the windshield to ensure that it is firmly
fixed.
5
Align the product to the cradle, and then slide it into
the locking position until you hear a click.
• The product may fall and be damaged during
vehicle operation if it is not firmly fixed to the
cradle.
• If you need to remove the cradle from the
windshield to alter the installation location, be
careful not to damage the windshield’s film coat.
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Set the vertical angle of the camera appropriately.
• You can also set the vertical angle of the camera by using a flat-head screwdriver or a coin.
• To confirm the camera angle, record a video after installation and check the video using the mobile
viewer or the PC viewer. If necessary, adjust the camera angle again. For more information about the
mobile viewer or the PC viewer, refer to "4. Using the mobile viewer" on page 21 or "5. Using the PC
viewer" on page 22.

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2.1.3 Connecting the power cable
When the engine and electrical accessories are turned off, connect the continuous power cable to the
product.
Overviewing the connection diagram
Hardwiring cable
Rear camera
cable
BATTERY
ACC
GND
R CAM
AUX
OUTPUT
LIN
CABLE
UNUSED
Rear camera
Yellow
Red
Black
1/8 1/4
Connect the product to THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK on
your smartphone and adjust the camera angle so that the
hood of the vehicle covers 1/4 - 1/8 of the screen while
viewing the live view screen, as shown in the image to
the left.
For more information about connecting and using the
THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK, refer to "4. Using the
mobile viewer" on page 21.

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2.2 Installing the rear camera (optional)
Refer to the following instructions to properly install the rear camera.
2.2.1 Selecting an installation location
Select a location on the rear windshield where there
is no defrost grid wire and the camera can record
the entire rear view.
• For vehicles with a sunshade attached to the rear windshield, you must select a location where using the
sunshade will not interfere with camera operation.
• The adhesive part of the rear camera should not touch the defrost grid.
2.2.2 Securing the rear camera
Refer to the following instructions to secure the product to the installation location.
1
After determining the installation location, wipe the installation surface of the windshield with a dry
cloth.
Check the installation location before you secure the rear camera to the rear windshield. After
securing the rear camera to the windshield, it is hard to remove the camera or change the installation
location due to the strong adhesive.
2
1
2
➊➊
➋➋
Remove the protective film from the adhesive mount
and camera lens.

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3
THINKWARE
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.
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THINKWARE
Adjust the camera’s vertical angle.
2.2.3 Connecting the rear camera cable
Power off the product and connect the rear camera cable to the front camera (main unit).
1
Connect one end of the rear camera cable to the front camera’s V-IN port.
2
THINKWARE
Connect the other end of the rear camera cable to
the rear camera’s connection port.
For safe driving, arrange the cables to prevent
the driver’s vision from being obstructed or
interfering with driving.
3
Turn on the ACC or start the engine to check if the product is powered on. After the product is powered
on, the voice guidance will be turned on.
The product is powered on when the ACC mode is turned on or when the engine starts.

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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.
Wait until the product is completely booted up after turning it on, and then begin operating the vehicle. The
video recording does not begin until the product is completely turned on (booted up).
3.2 Learning about the file storage locations
Videos are stored in the following folders according to their recording mode.
On the mobile
viewer Continuous Continuous Incident Manual Recording Motion Detection Parking Incident
In the memory
card cont_rec evt_rec manual_rec motion_ timelapse_rec parking_rec
Play videos on Window/Mac computer or using the THINKWARE DASH CAM LINK. If you play videos by
inserting the memory card in devices such as a smartphone or a tablet PC, the video files may be lost.
A file name is composed of the recording start date and time, and the recording option.
REC_2020_07_01_10_25_30_
F.MP4
REC_2020_07_01_10_25_30_R.MP4
REC_2019_07_01_10_25_30_GS.MP4
Recording conditions
• F: Front camera
• R: Rear camera (when optional rear camera is equipped)
3.3 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 voice guide will indicate that continuous recording has started.
During continuous recording, the product operates as follows.
Mode Operation description STATUS LED
Continuous
recording
During driving, videos are recorded in 1 minute segments and stored in the
"cont_rec" folder.
(light on)
Incident
continuous
recording*
When an impact to the vehicle is detected, a video is recorded for
20 seconds (from 10 seconds before the detection to 10 seconds after the
detection) and stored in the "evt_rec" folder.
(flickers quickly)
* When an impact to the vehicle is detected during continuous recording, incident continuous recording starts with a
double beep sound.

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• Wait until the product is completely booted up after turning it on, and then begin operating the vehicle. The
video recording does not begin until the product is completely turned on (booted up).
• When incident continuous recording starts, a double "beep" sounds as a notification.
• To enable recording, you must insert a memory card into the product.
3.4 Recording manually
You can record a scene you want to capture while driving and store it as a separate file.
To start manual recording, press the manual recording (REC)button. Then, the voice guide will indicate that
manual recording has started.
During manual recording, the product operates as follows.
Mode Operation description STATUS LED
Manual
recording
When you press the manual recording (REC) button, a video will be recorded
for 1 minute (from 10 seconds before to 50 seconds after pressing the button)
and stored in the "manual_rec" folder.
(flickers quickly)
3.5 Using parking mode
When the product is connected to the vehicle via the hardwiring cable, the operating mode is switched to
parking mode after the engine or electrical accessories are turned off and the voice guide will indicate that
the parking mode has started.
• Parking mode operates only when the hardwiring cable is connected. The hardwiring cable must be
professionally installed to the vehicle by a trained mechanic.
• To use all recording modes, you must insert a memory card into the product.
• Depending on the battery charging status of the vehicle, the duration of parking mode may differ. If you
want to use parking mode for an extended period, check the battery level to prevent battery depletion.
If you do not want to use parking mode or you want to change the mode settings, from the mobile viewer,
tap Dash Cam Settings
>
Record Settings.

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Refer to the following table to set the Parking Mode options.
Option Operation description STATUS LED
Motion
Detection
No motion
or impact
detected
Monitors movement in the area or impacts to the vehicle. Video will
be recorded only when motion or an impact is detected.
(flickers slowly)
Motion
detected
When a moving objects is detected while parking, a video is recorded
for 20 seconds (from 10 seconds before detection to 10 seconds after
detection) and stored in the "motion_timelapse_rec" folder.
(flickers quickly)
Impact
detected
When an impact is detected while parking, a video is recorded for 20
seconds (from the moment 10 seconds before detection to 10 seconds
after detection) and stored in the "parking_rec" folder.
(flickers quickly)
Time
Lapse
No impact
detected
A videos is recorded at a rate of 2 fps for 10 minutes, compressed into
a 2-minute long file, and stored in the "motion_timelapse_rec" folder.
Since the video file recorded with this option is small, you can record
a long video.
(light on)
Impact
detected
When an impact is detected while parking, a video is recorded for
100 seconds at a rate of 2 fps (from the moment 50 seconds before
detection to 50 seconds after detection) and stored in the "parking_
rec" folder after being compressed into a 20-second long file. (The
buzzer will sound.)
(flickers quickly)
Energy
Saving
No impact
detected
Monitors impacts to the vehicle. Video will be recorded only when an
impact is detected. OFF
Impact
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_rec" folder.
(flickers quickly)
OFF The product is powered off when electric accessories and the engine
are turned off. OFF
If parking mode settings are changed, the videos recorded with the previous settings will be deleted. To
prevent data loss, back up all parking mode videos before changing parking mode settings.
You cannot use Motion Detection, Time Lapse, or Energy Saving at the same time.

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3.6 Using the Super Night Vision
With the Super Night Vision feature, you can record videos that are much brighter than videos recorded
without this feature. This feature is enabled by real-time image signal processing (ISP) to improve the
brightness of videos recorded while parking at night.
<When Super Night Vision is deactivated> <When Super Night Vision is activated>
1
From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam Settings
>
Record Settings.
2
From Super Night Vision, select the desired recording mode to use the Super Night Vision feature. The
new setting is applied automatically.
3.7 Using the road safety features
The road safety features include a safety camera alert system, a lane departure warning system (LDWS),
a forward-collision warning system (FCWS), a low speed Forward collision warning system (low-speed
FCWS), and a front vehicle departure warning (FVDW).
Safety feature Description
LDWS
(Lane Departure Warning) Detects the lane departure via the real-time video and warns the driver.
FCWS
(Forward Collision Warning)
Detects forward collision threats via the real-time video and warns the driver when
the vehicle is moving at 40 km/h or above.
Low Speed FCWS Detects forward collision threats via real-time video and warns the driver when the
vehicle is moving at 10-30 km/h.
FVDW
(Front Vehicle Departure
Warning)
Detects the departure of another vehicle that was previously stationary in front of the
vehicle and notifies the driver after four seconds.
Road safety features are performed differently depending on the set speed and sensitivity of the features.