AZDOME S17 Pro Dashcam User Manual

Customer Service & Support

For any inquiries or issues, please contact customer support via email:

✉️ service@azdomevip.com

Response time: within 12 hours.

You can also add AZDOME on WhatsApp for contact: [WhatsApp Contact]. Scan the QR code [QR Code] using your WhatsApp camera to add them.

Product Warranty: One-Year Limited Warranty

Customer Support Website: www.azdomevip.com

Note: A 64GB microSD card is provided with the AZDOME dashcam. Please format your micro SD card with your dash cam for the first time use. Always connect the dashcam to power when using.

Important Safety Information

Thank you for purchasing the AZDOME dashcam. This manual provides operating instructions. Please read it carefully before use. Content is subject to change without prior notice.

• Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product yourself. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunction. For internal inspection and repair, contact the service center.
• If any foreign matter gets inside the product, detach the power cord immediately and contact the service center for repair.
• Do not adjust the product while driving. Stop or park your car in a safe place before installing and setting up the product to avoid accidents.
• Do not install the product in a location that obstructs the driver's field of vision, as this may cause an accident.
• Do not use a damaged or modified power cord. Only use the cords provided by the manufacturer, as damaged cords may cause explosion, fire, or malfunction.
• Do not operate the product with wet hands to avoid electric shock.
• Do not install the product in environments with high humidity, or near combustible gases or liquids, as this may cause explosion and/or fire.
• Keep the product away from infants, children, or pets to prevent them from swallowing small components or causing short circuits.
• Do not spray water or wax directly onto the product while cleaning the car interior, as this may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunction.
• If smoke or an unusual smell is emitted from the power cord, detach the power cord immediately and contact the service center or distributor.
• Keep the terminals of the power cord clean to prevent excessive heat and fire.
• Use the correct input voltage to avoid explosion, fire, or malfunction.
• Plug in the power cord firmly so it cannot easily be disconnected to prevent fire.
• Do not cover the product with any material, as this may cause external deformation or fire.
• Use the product and peripherals in a well-ventilated location.

In The Box

Check the box for the following items before installing the dash cam:

• Dash camera ×1
• Electrostatic films ×2
• Hardwire Kit ×1
• Cable clips ×5
• Pry tool ×1
• 64GB SD Card ×1
• User manual ×1

Note: To improve product performance, manual contents are subject to change without prior notice.

Specifications

Product Diagram

The dashcam features the following components:

• 1. Sticker mount: Used for attaching the dashcam to the windshield.
• 2. Lens (Rotatable): The adjustable camera lens.
• 3. Micro-SD card slot: For inserting the memory card.
• 4. Type-C USB charging port: For power connection.
• 5. Multi-function Key:
  • Short press: Turn on/off WiFi.
  • Double click: Turn on/off audio recording.
  • Long press (3s): Lock current video.
  • Long press (8s): Format memory card and restore default settings.
• 6. Speaker: Outputs audio.
• 7. 0.96 inch display: Shows information and live view.
• 8. Microphone: Records audio.
• 9. Reset button: Resets the device.
• 10. GPS: Built-in GPS module for location tracking.

Status indicators and icons:

• Status Indicators:
  • [REC icon] (Red circle): Blinking, Status: Recording normal video.
  • [REC icon] (Yellow circle): Blinking, Status: Recording locked video.
• On-screen Icons: [Memory card icon], [WiFi icon], [Audio Recording icon], [GPS icon], Time.

Getting Started

The camera is designed to power up and record automatically when it receives power, saving video and turning off when the car shuts off.

Auto Power ON/OFF:

Plug the Hardwire kit into your car's fuse box. When the car engine is on, the dash cam will turn ON and start recording automatically. When the car key is turned to the LOCK position, the dash cam automatically saves the recording and turns OFF.

Note:

• The dash cam will automatically update its time when connected to the AZDOME APP via WiFi.

Installation

Install the front camera behind the rear-view mirror. Remove any foreign matter and clean and dry the windshield before installation.

1. Turn off the engine. Gently push the microSD card into the slot until it locks into place. (Use a Class 10 or above high-speed U3 micro-SD card).
2. Find a suitable place on the windshield that does not obstruct the driver's field of vision. Remove any foreign matter, clean, and dry the windshield. Tear off the protective layer of the electrostatic sticker and adhere it to the windshield to prevent marks or glue residue after removal.
3. Peel off the protective film from the double-sided tape and attach the front camera to the electrostatic sticker. Adjust the angle of the lens by rotating the body of the front camera.
4. Plug the 3-Lead Auto Trigger Hardwire Kit into your car's fuse box and the front camera. Use the pry tool to lift the edges of the windshield trim/molding and tuck in the power cord.
5. Turn on the engine. The dashcam will power up and start recording. Video files are stored on the microSD card. Turn off the engine; the dashcam will automatically stop recording and power down.

Playing Video Files Using Your Smartphone

8.1 Check real-time video using your smartphone

1. Search for the AZDOME app in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and install it on your smartphone.
2. Press the [WiFi button] or say "WiFi on" to turn on the dash cam's WiFi. (Please ALWAYS connect to a power supply).
3. Manual WiFi: Go to Phone's Settings > WiFi > Select the WiFi of the dashcam. The WiFi Name (SSID) is: AZDOME-S17 Pro_************. The default PASSWORD is: 12345678.
4. After installing the AZDOME APP, if you need to use "4G Cloud Dashcam" to access "View vehicle remotely", you must register your email to log in. If you only want to view the dashcam, click 'Skip Login' in the top right corner to proceed to the next page and click 'Add Dashcam'.
5. Please click "4G Cloud Dashcam" or 'Screenless Dashcam' to proceed. Ensure the dash cam is connected to a 5V/2.5A power supply and is turned on.
6. Make sure your phone is connected to the dash cam's WiFi and click 'Next' to proceed. The dash cam model S17 Pro will be displayed upon successful connection.

8.2 Download the video files into your smartphone

1. Touch "View vehicle remotely" (if you want to use this feature, you must register your email to log in). Then you can remotely monitor your car.
2. Touch "Enter Dashcam" to go into the 'Live Video Preview' interface. Please STOP recording first, then press the 'Dashcam Albums' to access Photo, Video, and Emergency files.
3. Select the video files to download to your smartphone. You can find these downloaded video files in the 'Local album' within the 'Mine' menu of the original APP interface.

Troubleshooting Connection Issues:

If the app does not show live video and only displays a picture of the beach:

• The connection stability may be affected by the 4G network operator. Try connecting again after turning off cellular data. Ensure that the Local Network of 'AZDOME' is turned on.
• For Latest iOS System: Go to Settings → AZDOME → Click ‘Wireless Data’ → Select ‘WLAN’.
• For Older iOS System: Go to Settings → AZDOME → Disable ‘Cellular Data’.

Notes on WiFi:

• WiFi Direct allows direct smartphone connection to the dash cam via WiFi within a range of 10FT.
• Once connected to the AZDOME APP, the date/time will automatically update.
• The AZDOME APP is available for devices running Android 5.0 and higher, or iOS 9.0 and higher.

What is a WiFi Feature?

The WiFi feature allows wireless pairing of your dash camera with your smartphone, enabling instant access to recordings. You can view, download, and share videos easily. It functions similarly to connecting a Bluetooth speaker to a smartphone for music, but uses WiFi signal for pairing.

What is the WiFi Range?

The WiFi signal range is approximately 10FT without obstructions. Similar to home WiFi, the range is limited to about 10FT from the device.

Can I watch the videos around my car remotely?

Yes, the S17 Pro has a built-in 4G module, enabling remote viewing of vehicle status, remote capture, remote monitor, driving track, vibration alarms, capture records, auto find car, traffic management, and device management.

For Android phones:

When installing the AZDOME APP, you will see two pop-up prompts. Select 'While using the APP' to allow AZDOME access to device location, and select 'Allow' to access photos and media. For the first time, after connecting to the S17 Pro's WiFi, it will indicate 'No Internet'. This is normal. Wait 10-15 seconds for a pop-up notification. Tap this notification and select that you want to stay connected even without internet access. Once confirmed, you are ready to go.

For iPhone:

If you encounter a pop-up asking about trying WiFi, ensure you tap on 'Keep Trying WiFi'. Otherwise, the camera may disconnect from WiFi, requiring you to forget the AZDOME WiFi and re-pair.

8.3 Format Micro-SD Card

There are two ways to format the Micro-SD card:

1. Press and hold the [WiFi button] for more than 8 seconds, then release it to restore factory settings and format the memory card. A success message will appear on the screen upon completion.
2. Connect to the dash cam's WiFi via the AZDOME APP. Click the settings icon in the upper right corner of the real-time preview page to find the formatting menu.

Dashcam Settings

9.1 General Settings

• Video Resolution: 1440P (2560*1440) 30fps (Default), 1080P (1920*1080P) 30fps.
• Loop Recording: Select clip length (1min/Default, 2mins, 3mins). This enables continuous recording. When the memory card is full, the oldest files are automatically deleted to make space for new recordings, ensuring uninterrupted recording.
• WDR (Wide Dynamic Range): On (Default)/Off. Adapts to scenes with varying brightness for detailed display in both dark and bright areas.
• Audio Recording: On (Default)/Off. The dashcam has a built-in microphone. Choose OFF to record mute video.
• Exposure: Adjusts video exposure for brighter or darker video (-2, -1.67, -1.33, -1, -0.67, -0.33, 0 (Default), 0.33, 0.67, 1, 1.33, 1.67, 2).
• G-Sensor: Off/Low/Medium (Default)/High. A 3-axis impact gravitational accelerometer designed to detect physical and gravitational forces. When triggered by an impact, the current video file is locked as an emergency file, protected from deletion by the loop cycle function. Higher sensitivity requires less force to trigger protection.

Parking Mode

This function requires the Type-C 3-Lead Hardwire Kit (included). It offers three options:

• OFF (Default): The dashcam stops working when the car engine is turned off and the key is in the lock position.
• Collision Detection Parking Mode:
  1. When the car engine is turned OFF, the dashcam powers off and enters parking sleep mode.
  2. If the car is hit and the impact reaches the set G-Sensor level, the camera will turn ON, record a 1-min continuous video, saves & locks it in the Event folder, and then re-enters parking sleep mode. A 15S vibration alarm video is uploaded to your phone APP.
• Time-Lapse Parking Mode:
  1. When the car engine is turned OFF, the dashcam turns off the screen and enters 1 fps Time-Lapse Parking Mode, remaining online.
  2. If the car is hit and the impact reaches the set G-Sensor level, the camera will start recording a 1-min continuous video, save & lock it in the Event folder, then return to timelapse recording. A 15S vibration alarm video will be uploaded to your phone APP.

  When you start your car next time, the dashcam will automatically stop timelapse parking mode and return to normal video recording.

Time-lapse video parking monitoring time: 8 hours, 12 hours (Default), 24 hours, always.

Fatigue Driving Reminder: Off (Default) / 1 hour / 2 hours / 4 hours. Alerts with sounds after a set duration.

Screen Save: Screen Saver Off (Default) / Screen Off After 1-Min. 'Screen Saver Off' keeps the screen always on. 'Screen Off After 1-Min' turns the screen off after 1 minute of inactivity.

Volume, Ringtone & Voice Control

• Volume: OFF/Low/MID (Default)/High. Adjusts volume for boot sound and prompts.
• Boot Ringtone: On (Default)/Off. Enables or disables the camera's boot ringtone.
• Voice Control: On (Default)/Off. Supports English commands for WiFi control, taking pictures, recording, and locking videos.

Note on Voice Control: Voice control accuracy is approximately 90% and may be activated unintentionally by ambient noise. Deactivate via the AZDOME APP settings if not required.

Voice Commands (English only):

• "Turn on WiFi"
• "Turn off WiFi"
• "Take picture"
• "Lock the video"
• "Open recording"
• "Turn off recording"
• "Open screen"
• "Turn off display"

System Settings

9.1 General Settings (Continued)

• Frequency: 50HZ (Default) / 60HZ. Select based on your country's power supply specification.
• Date/Time Format: YY/MM/DD, MM/DD/YY (Default), DD/MM/YY. Select your preferred date format.
• Speed Unit: KM/H (Default) / MPH. Select your preferred speed unit.
• Car Plate Number: On (Default) / Off. Allows custom vehicle ID or Driver ID to be stamped on video.
• License Plate: Enter your license plate number.
• GPS Information: Displays longitude, latitude, live speed, and satellite number.
• Video Stamps: Turn On (Default) / Off. Controls the display of AZDOME Speed, GPS, Date&Time, and LOGO stamps on recorded files.

9.3 System Setting

• Time Zone: UTC -12:00 to UTC+12:00, UTC+3 (Default).
• Synchronization Time: Syncs the phone's time with the S17 Pro dash cam.
• SD Card Free Storage: Displays remaining storage space on the memory card.
• Format SD card: Optimizes the card's file system format for the camera.
• Note: For stable performance, it is recommended to format the memory card every 1-2 months.
• WiFi: Change the WiFi Name in the APP. Default name: AZDOME-S17 Pro_*******. Change the WiFi Password in the APP. Default password: 12345678.
• Default Settings: Resets the Dash Cam to default settings. Recordings are not affected.
• Firmware Version: Check the current firmware version installed on your camera.

10. View Vehicle Remotely

4G View Vehicle Remotely

Online viewing of driving track, vibration alarm information (including 15s video files), capture records, auto find car, traffic management, device management, etc.

Parking mode:

1. Collision Detection Parking Mode: When the car engine is turned OFF, the dashcam powers off and enters parking sleep mode. If the car is hit, the dashcam wakes up, records a 1-min continuous video, saves & locks it in the Event folder, and then re-enters parking sleep mode. A 15S vibration alarm video is uploaded to your phone APP.
2. When the car engine is turned OFF, the dashcam powers off and enters parking sleep mode. Click "Remote Monitor" / "Remote Capture" on the APP to wake up the dashcam. A waiting prompt message will appear on the APP. When the device status is online, you can click "Remote Monitor" / "Remote Capture" again to operate (each wake-up lasts for 3 minutes).
3. Time-Lapse Parking Mode: When the car engine is turned OFF, the dashcam turns off the screen and enters the 1fps Time-Lapse Parking Mode, remaining online. Click "Remote Monitor" / "Remote Capture" on the APP to operate normally. If the car is hit and the impact reaches the set G-Sensor level, the camera will record a 1-min continuous video, save & lock it in the Event folder. A 15S vibration alarm video will be uploaded to your phone APP.

11. Playing Video Files Using Your Computer

1. Remove the microSD card from the dashcam.
2. Insert the card into a microSD card reader and connect it to your computer.
3. The files should be accessible as a drive (e.g., "D:\", "E:\\"). Double-click the drive to access file folders: Normal, Event, and Photo.
   • Normal: Saves video files in a loop, overwriting older files when storage is needed.
   • Event: Video files are locked and protected from deletion by the loop recording function.
   • Photo: Stores captured photos.

To play videos, simply double-click them. VLC Media Player is recommended and can be downloaded for free at: www.videolan.org.

Example file name: `********_*******.MP4` = Dash cam video file.

12. Firmware Update

1. Remove the microSD card from the dashcam.
2. Insert the card into a microSD card reader and connect it to a computer.
3. Download the latest S17 Pro Firmware from www.azdomevip.com > Support > Downloads.
4. Unzip the downloaded firmware file (Zip file) and copy the firmware file (named "******.bin") to the root directory of the microSD card.
5. Connect the camera to the Hardwire kit to start the firmware update process. An upgrade progress bar will indicate the update is in progress.

Please NOTE:

• Firmware updates may take up to 1 minute. Be patient.
• Ensure the POWER is NOT disconnected during the update. The camera will turn OFF automatically once updated.
• You can check the latest firmware version in the APP's settings > Firmware Version.

13. Voice Prompts

14. FAQ

Q1: Camera turns ON / OFF automatically?

Ensure the output current can reach 5V/2.5A and use the provided Hardwire kit.

Q2: Video Image is blurred?

Remove the protective lens film, clean the lens, and ensure the windshield is clean and clear of grease, dirt, and debris.

Q3: Camera gets HOT?

It is normal for the camera to run slightly hot due to high-speed video recording (No more than 149°F/65°C).

Q4: Video Files cannot be played on my computer?

Video files are in MP4 format. Ensure compatible playback software is installed on your PC.

Q5: Video has no sound?

Ensure the 'Audio Recording' setting is turned ON.

Q6: Video is blurred?

The Dash Cam has a minimum focal range of around 2 meters. Objects closer than this may appear blurred.

Q7: Voice prompt Memory Error?

Using unqualified SD or third-party cards can affect performance and cause random reboots. If issues persist, the TF card may not meet recording requirements. Contact AZDOME for a new memory card.

15. Notice

CE Compliance: This product complies with the radio interface requirements of the European Community.

Recycling Symbol: This symbol indicates the product must not be discarded as household waste. It should be delivered to an appropriate recycling facility to protect natural resources, human health, and the environment. Contact your local municipality, disposal service, or retailer for disposal information.

FCC Compliance:

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the responsible party could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
• 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. If not installed and used in accordance with instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. No guarantee is made that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
• If this equipment causes 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 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.
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to 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 complies with FCC radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. It should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.