Viofo T130 User manual

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USER MANUAL
V21.12.22
The user manual is available on
https://support.viofo.com

1. Product Overview Standard Items 2
Standard Items
Optional Accessories
Product Diagram
Main Unit
Inserting / Remove the Memory Card
Install Front Camera
Install Rear Camera
Install Interior Camera (Optional)
Remove Cameras
2. Installation
Power On / Off
Loop Recording
Emergency Recording
Turn off MIC
Parking Mode
3. Dash Cam Recording Operation
Playback Video
Delete Video
Video File Storage Location
4. Play and Manage Videos
Connect to Smartphone
APP Layout Overview
5. Review and Control on Smartphone
Table of Contents
7. Systems Setting
Video Setting
System Setting
Other
8. Firmware Upgrade
9. Notice
10. Customer Service
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Mount
Car Charger
Adapter
VI OF O
Trim
Removal Tool
Type-C Cable
Card Reader
Adapter
Warranty Card
Static (Windshield)
Stickers
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Product Overview

1. GPS Module
2. Reset Hole
3. microSD Card Slot
4. Front Rotatable Lens
5. Interior Rotatable Lens
6. Power On | OFF
Recording Start | Stop
7. Microphone On | OFF
8. Wi-Fi On | OFF
9. Video Protect
10. Rear Camera Port
11. Power In / microSD Card Reader
Mode (computer)
12. Recording Status Indicator
13. Microphone Status Indicator
14. Wi-Fi Status Indicator
15. GPS Status Indicator
16. Heat-dissipation Block
(Don't touch this block)
Optional Accessories
Product Diagram
Front Camera (Main Unit)
VIOFOHardwireKitfor CarDash Camera
INPUT:
RED
—POWER
BLACK
—GND
YELLOW
—ACC
Input:12/24V; Output: 5V2A Max
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Rear Camera
Circular Polarizing
Lens Filter Bluetooth Remote
HK4
Hardwire Kit
Rear Camera
USB Cable (6M)
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1. Bracket 2. Power in 3. Lens
1. Inserting / Removing the Memory Card
Insert the Memory Card
LED light
REC
MIC
GPS
Wi-Fi
LED Status
Buttons Behavior
Behavior
Rear Camera (Optional)
LED Indicators
Buttons and Icons
Solid Red
Solid Red
Red Off
Solid Blue
Flashing Blue
Solid Blue
Flashing Blue
Blue Off
Long press to Power ON / OFF
Click once to start / stop recording
Long press to turn on / off Wi-Fi
Short press to enable / disable infrared lights
Click once can lock the file being recorded
Long press to format the card
Hold both buttons to reset the camera
to default settings
Click once to disable /
enable audio recording
Make sure the metal contacts on the
memory card are facing away from
the VIOFO logo side of the main unit.
Ensure the camera is turned off and
push the memory card into the card
slot until you hear a click.
Rear
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Installation
Recording
Audio Recording On
Audio Recording Off
GPS Signal Received
GPS Signal Receiving
Wi-Fi Connected
Wi-Fi on and Waiting Connecting
Wi-Fi Disabled
Flashing Red Not Recording
Updating Firmware

2. Install Front Camera
Formatting the Memory Card
Formatting the Memory Card in the Camera
Install the Mount
Formatting the Memory Card using a computer
To format the card in the camera, either use the VIOFO App and the
format option in the Settings, or alternatively long press the [ ] button.
1. Insert the clips, then slide the mount horizontally into the slot on the
back of camera.
Remove the Memory Card
Note:
Ensure that the camera is turned off, and then push the edge of the
memory card with your fingernail. The card will spring out far enough to
be removed.
• The microSD card is sold separately. The microSD card must have a UHS-U1/U3
or above rating and the capacity up to 256GB.
• We recommend you buy the VIOFO brand memory cards which are
manufactured with top-tier MLC NAND flash, making them durable and reliable.
• Please format the card on a computer to the exFAT or FAT32 file system.
• Formatting will permanently erase any data on the microSD card. For best
performance, format periodically (after backing up any important files).
• Make sure the metal contacts on the memory card are facing away from the
VIOFO logo side of the main unit. Ensure the camera is turned off and push the
memory card into the card slot until you hear a click.
• Please turn off the T130 before inserting or removing the microSD card.
• Inserting or removing the microSD card while recording may destroy the files.
To format the memory card on your computer, follow your computer’s
user manual.
For deep formatting of the memory card, you can also download the
GUIFormat tool from our official website:
https://support.viofo.com/support/solutions/folders/19000019360
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2. Select a location on the windshield behind the rear-view mirror where the
camera will not obstruct the driver’s view while driving.
3. Wipe clean the installation surface of the windscreen with a dry
cloth, it must be grease free for the sticky pad to stick firmly.
4. Peel the protection film off the sticky pad and camera lens.
5. Fix the front camera on the selected location.
6. Adjust the lens angle
Adjust the angle of the lens up / down if required. The Interior Rotatable
Lens can also be rotated left and right.
Never try to rotate the lens completely. Cameras destroyed by too
much rotation of the lens are out of warranty.
7. Connecting to Power.
Plug the USB power adapter into your vehicle’s 12V / 24V female
power socket. Insert the 4M USB cable’s male connector into the
camera mount's USB Type-C port.
8. Layout after front camera installation and power connection:
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Connect to car
cigarette lighter socket
Best mounting location
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Removing the front camera
5. Remove Cameras
To remove the front camera from its bracket, slide the camera to the right
and pull the front camera out of the mounting bracket.
Note: When you want to plug and unplug the front camera or rear camera,
please turn off the camera first.
Removing the rear camera
Unplug the rear camera cable from the rear camera port and remove
the entire mount from the glass.
Tips
1. Do not install / mount the camera in a location that interferes with the
driver’s visibility and safety.
2. Install / mount the camera close to the rearview mirror so that both sides of the
scene being recorded are equally covered by the camera’s FOV (field of view).
3. To ensure a clear view on rainy days, the lens should be positioned within the
windshield wiper’s sweeping range.
4. Do not install / mount the camera on or near airbag panels.
5. Installation / mounting location should not be affected by sun control film
(window tint). There should not be any other electronic equipment close to the
camera for optimal performance.
3. Install Rear Camera (Optional)
1. Select an installation location.
2. Wipe clean the installation surface of the windscreen with a dry cloth.
Select a location on the windscreen, without defrost grid wires, and where
the camera can record the entire rear view.
3. Peel the protection film OFF the sticky pad and camera lens.
4. Fix the rear camera on the selected location.
5. Connecting with Rear Camera.
Power off the product and connect the rear camera cable to the front
camera (main unit). Cable routing should be as shown in the following two
diagrams. Use the cable clips to help fix the two cables conveniently and safely.
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Rear Camera
Front Camera
Rear
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Rear

Power On/Off
Emergency Recording
When the G-sensor is activated and a collision occurs, current footage will
be locked automatically to avoid being overwritten by loop recording.
1. Automatic emergency recording
Pressing the [ ] button during footage recording will lock current
footage to avoid being overwritten by loop recording.
2. Manual emergency recording
1. When you start the engine, the camera will turn on and begin recording
automatically.
2. When you turn off the engine or unplug the charging cable from the
power adapter, the camera will stop recording and turn off.
3. Long press [ ] button to power on or off the camera.
Loop Recording
1. Insert a microSD card into the camera’s card slot and automatic loop
recording will begin once the camera detects power.
2. Time frame for each video file is 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 10 minutes.
3. When there is insufficient space on the MicroSD card, loop recording
will automatically overwrite the oldest files (one by one).
4. Loop recording files are saved to SD card: \ DCIM \ MOVIE folder.
Note:
The collision sensing feature can be adjusted in settings under the “G-sensor”
option via VIOFO App. Locked files are saved to SD card: DCIM \ Movie \ RO
There are three options for parking mode.
1. Auto Event Detection
The camera will automatically record a video sequence while a moving
object is being detected during parking mode. It will stop recording when
no new movement is detected.
2. Time Lapse Recording
Time lapse record a video at low frames at 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 10 / 15 fps, it keeps
recording continuously without audio recorded.
Note: Audio cannot be recorded in time-lapse mode.
3. Low Bitrate Recording
Disable / Enable Audio Recording
Pressing the [ ] button once to turn off / on audio recording, [ ] LED
light will be off / solid Red.
Parking Mode
This mode records both video and audio using a low bitrate for front, interior
and rear views. It records continuously using a small file size.
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Dash Cam Recording Operation
Note:
Do not install / mount the camera or cables near an airbag panel or within
the airbag’s working range. The manufacturer is not liable for any injury or
death caused by deployment of the airbag.

Recording Mode Behavior
Loop Recording
( Including Motion Detection ) DCIM \ Movie
DCIM \ RO
DCIM \ Movie \ Parking
Emergency Recoding
( Locked Video )
Parking recording ( Auto Event
Detection / Time-lapse Recording /
Low Bitrate Recording )
There are three options for parking mode.
1. Auto Event Detection
The camera will automatically record a video sequence while a moving
object is being detected during parking mode. It will stop recording when
no new movement is detected.
2. Time Lapse Recording
Time lapse record a video at low frames at 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 10 / 15 fps, it keeps
recording continuously without audio recorded.
Note: Audio cannot be recorded in time-lapse mode.
3. Low Bitrate Recording
Long press the Wi-Fi button to enable Wi-Fi. Connect Wi-Fi on your phone
first.Open VIOFO app and choose "Connect your camera" to use your
phone to control the dashcam. You can play and manage files through
the APP. You can check the app introduction refer to [Review and Control
on Smartphone].
Playback Video on VIOFO APP
Playback Video on PC
Files recorded by front camera, interior and rear camera are saved
separately.
Video File Storage Location
File Format Definition
This mode records both video and audio using a low bitrate for front, interior
and rear views. It records continuously using a small file size.
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Year Date Time
F for the front camera
I for the interior camera
R for the rear camera
P for the video recorded in the
parking mode.
1. Remove memory card from dashcam.
Snapshot DCIM \ Photo
Note: Parking mode provides surveillance of your parked vehicle only when the
engine is off and the USB Type-C Hardwire Kit is used to provide continuous
power.The Hardwire Kit also protects your car battery from being drained. We
recommend buying the VIOFO HK4 ACC hardwire kit cable for parking mode
recording.
Before removing the memory card, make sure you have switched
off the Dashcam.
2. Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC.
3. Open the DCIM folder, using VLC or another video player to playback
the video.
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Play and Manage Videos

The VIOFO app allows you to control your camera remotely by using a
smartphone. Features include full camera control, live preview, playback
and video recording.
Android users can download the app from Google Play, or download the
APK directly from our official website:
https://www.viofo.com/content/13-app.
•Step 1: Use the phone to connect T130 Wi-Fi. When the phone is connected
with the dashcam, the LED lights on the camera shows solid blue.
•Step 2: Open VIOFO app and choose "Connect your camera" to use
your phone to control the dashcam.
• Step3: Now you can see the live view of both cameras. You can change
the settings and check the files on the app.
Long press the [ ] button to turn on the Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi name (SSID) of Wi-Fi
is VIOFO_T130_XXXX, Wi-Fi default password is 12345678. When the Wi-Fi is
on, Wi-Fi Status LED will be flashing blue.
Connect to Smartphone
Android Device
IOS users can download the app from the App store.
IOS Device
Connect VIOFO APP
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Review and Control on Smartphone
GET IT ON
Google Play
Download on the
App Store
Choosing "Connect your camera" to use your phone to control the dashcam.
4 - Official Support
5 - Firmware Update
1 - Menu
2 - Downloaded Video
3 - VIOFO Official Facebook Page
APP Layout Overview
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The CPL (Circular Polarizing Lens) can be used to reduce reflections and
glare from the window glass and road surfaces that can otherwise damage
image quality, this works in the same way as polarized sunglasses, getting
more saturated and beautiful video.
When installing the CPL, you need to align the
white mark on the CPL with the corresponding
mark on the camera.
The remote control has an adhesive mount on the back, choose a
suitable location on your dashboard to stick it to. Power on the camera
and then press the video lock button on the remote control for 3 seconds
to pair it with the camera, the LED indicator on the remote will turn blue if
successfully paired.
Install CPL
Install Bluetooth Remote Control
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Install Optional Accessories
1 - Interior Camera Live Video
2 - Rear Camera Live Video
3 - Front Camera Live Video
4 - Audio Recording Status
5 - Motion detection Status
6 - Switch Camera Video Source
7 - Take a Video Snapshot
8 - Go to Video File Lists
9 - Start / Stop Recording
10 - Go to System Settings
11 - Video File Lists
12 - Download Video Files
13 - Delete Video Files
Preview Video
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Front Camera + Interior Camera: 2560 * 1440P 30fps + 1920 * 1080P 30fps
Front Camera + Interior Camera + Rear camera:
2560 * 1440P 30fps +1920 * 1080P 30fps + 1920 * 1080P 30fps
Record video from frames captured at specific time intervals to conserve
memory and reduce the time it takes to review video. The default is off.
Recording will begin automatically after powering on with a microSD card
in the device. Each recorded file is up to three minutes long, with old
footage being replaced when microSD card storage is full.
Camera setup is available in the VIOFO App. Connect the
App as above, stop recording, then enter the settings menu.
Video Setting
• Resolution: Setting video resolution of footage recorded.
• Time-lapse Recording:
Turn on and off the microphone. This can also be changed during
recording by pressing the [ ] button.
• Recording Audio:
Adjusting the value of the EV (Exposure Value) properly can create better
footage under different light sources. It ranges from -2.0 to +2.0. You can
adjust the EV for the front, interior and rear camera separately. The default
is set at 0.0.
• Exposure:
On / Off. The dynamic range is the ratio of the brightest portion of the
image to the darkest portion of the image. WDR enables the camera to
deliver video with a near perfect exposure in varying lighting situations.
• WDR (Wide Dynamic Range):
The G-sensor measures shock forces and locks the video recorded at
the time. The settings from “low to high” determine the amount of force
needed to lock the file from being overwritten. We recommend that
you set it at low.
• G-Sensor:
On / Off. Imprint the time and date on the recorded video.
• Date Stamp:
You can set the bitrate for video. High bitrate may improve the quality
and smoothness of the video, especially when recording fast motion or
high contrast scenes. Using high bitrate mode may decrease the amount
of recording time available on your memory card. Using a low bitrate will
save space and record for longer time.
• Bitrate:
System Setting
• Loop Recording: Off / 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 10 minutes.
• Wi-Fi Channel: Off / 2.4GHz
• Time Zone: Set the current time zone for GPS time and date calibration.
Note: the time zone must be manually adjusted for daylight savings.
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Systems Setting

On means IR lights are always on, so the video color is black and white.
Auto means the dash cam will decide to turn on/off infrared lights with
different light condition. Off means the IR lights are all turned off.
You can also short press [ ] button to enable / disable the IR LED.
① Auto Event Detection
The camera will automatically record a video sequence while a moving
object is detected during parking. It will stop recording without new
movements.
② Time Lapse recording
Time lapse record a video at low frames at 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 10 / 15 fps, It keeps
recording continuously without audio recorded.
③ Low Bitrate Recording
This mode records video and audio at a low bitrate for front, rear and
interior. It records continuously producing small file sizes.
Note: We recommend to buy VIOFO HK4 ACC hardwire kit cable for
parking mode recording. The parking recording files name of front
camera is Year_Date_Time_**PF, Year_Date_Time_**PI for interior
camera and Year_Date_Time_**PR for rear camera.
• Parking Mode: There are 3 options under parking mode:
• Enter Parking Mode Timer:
Set the timer for entering parking mode. (Only for hardwire cable, if you
use external battery, this function will work.)
"OFF" means the camera will enter parking mode right away when the
engine is off.
"90s" means the camera will enter parking mode 90 seconds after engine
is off.
• Parking Recording Duration:
"On" means the camera will keep recording until the hardwire kits cut the
power supply.
"1 hour" means the camera will shut down 1 hour after it enters parking
mode.
• Time Synchronization: Time synchronization with mobile phone.
• Parking G-Sensor:
Adjusts the sensitivity of the motion detection so minor motion caused by
wind or rain doesn't trigger a recording.
Turn the image upside down. You can set the Front, Interior and Rear
camera image rotation separately.
The G-sensor detects significant or sudden movement (such as an impact
or collision), it will trigger an event recording. We suggest setting it to High
sensitivity in parking mode recording.
• Parking Motion Detection:
• Image Rotation:
• Notification Sounds:
Off / Button beep only / Startup sound only / All on.
You can enable/disable the button and startup sounds.
• Date Format: You can choose the date format of the camera
• Boot delay: The camera will boot # seconds after being powered on. The
settings are off / 5s / 10s.
• IR LED: Off / On / Auto
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Other
• Live Video Source:
Front camera / Interior camera / Rear camera / All cameras.
• Voice Notification:
turn on / off the voice notification. You can change the language setting
through the voice notification language option.
• GPS:
Turn on / off GPS logger. A GPS module is used to include the location
data in the recorded videos. If disabled, your camera will no longer
measure your speed and position; nor synchronize the time / date.
(Only available when connecting with GPS signal) Please use “Dashcam
Viewer” to playback videos and to visualize your position and speed on
your computer.
• Speed Unit:
Kilometer per hour (KMH) and miles per hour (MPH) are available for
speed unit.
• GPS Info Stamp:
Imprint the GPS information on the recorded video.
• Camera Model Stamp:
Imprint the camera model on the recorded video.
• Frequency:
Set it to minimize flickering and banding in the recorded video.
• Format SD Card:
The operation will delete all data on the MicroSD card.
Note: Note: Once you format the card, all information will be deleted and
unrecoverable. Make sure you back up all files that you need before
formatting.
• Reset Camera Settings: Reset all settings to default values.
• Wi-Fi Name (SSID): Change Wi-Fi name.
• Wi-Fi Password: Change Wi-Fi Password. Wi-Fi default password is 12345678.
• Custom Text Stamp: Imprint the custom text on the recorded video.
• Car License Number: Imprint the car number on the recorded video.
• Free Space on Card: Show theremaining storage space on the microSD
card.
• App Version: Check the current firmware version of the APP.
• Firmware: Check the current firmware version of the camera.
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Follow the instructions on this website to upgrade the firmware:
( https://support.viofo.com/support/solutions/19000101567 )
Note:
• Before using a microSD card to upgrade the firmware, formatting the
card in the camera is necessary to ensure stable read and write operation.
• Do not unplug or power off the camera during a firmware upgrade, it
may cause the camera to subsequently fail to boot.
FCC Statement
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 o 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.
Caution:
Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by
the manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation subjects to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Shenzhen VIOFO Technology Co., Ltd, declares that this Radio
Frequency peripheral is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
• Connect the equipment into 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.
Firmware Upgrade
Notice

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Customer Service
VIOFO also have Product Registration Program to help
customers extend warranty by 6 months.
Visit www.viofo.com and register your new product to
extend the warranty from 12 months to 18 months.
How to Contact Us ?
Submit a ticket at support.viofo.com
Live chat box at www.viofo.com
[email protected]
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[phone] (CN)
Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Product Registration Program
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