REDTIGER
CAM GOOD
F8 User Manual
Version V1.0
Website: redtigercam.com
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
IC WARNING
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device does not cause interference.
- This device could afford interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Radiation Exposure: This equipment complies with Canada's radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC's RF Exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or be in operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Notice
- Please read this manual carefully before operation and keep it for future reference. It will be helpful should you encounter any operational problem.
- Improper installation will void the manufacturer's warranty. The installation instructions do not apply to all types of vehicles and are written as guidelines to assist in installing the system.
- Consult an experienced technician if you are not comfortable installing the product.
- Please make sure to read and understand local laws and regulations regarding cameras and their use in a vehicle. Laws vary by state.
- Do not obscure the view of the road ahead or impede the deployment of any airbags in the event of an accident.
- When not in use, please disconnect the car adapter from both the 12/24V DC outlet in your vehicle and the device itself.
- Only clean the device with a soft dry cloth; for tough dirt, apply some neutral detergent diluted in 5 to 6 parts water on a soft cloth.
- Note that alcohol, thinner, benzene, etc., could cause damage to the paint or coatings.
- Avoid making contact with the lens as this may cause damage.
- The video recordings made by this Digital Video Recorder are intended for personal use only.
- While driving, do not adjust the controls of your device as this is a distraction to driving.
Product Specifications
Item Name | Video Format | Photo Format |
---|---|---|
F8 Dash Cam | MP4 | JPEG |
Screen Size | 3.18" IPS Touch Screen | |
Recording Resolution | Front 2160P @30fps / Front 1440P @60fps / Front 1080P @120fps | |
Lens | F1.5 | Input: DC 12V/24V |
Operating Temperature | -4°F~158°F | Output: DC 5V-2.5A |
Micro SD card | 32GB-256GB | Warranty Period: 1 Year |
Note: If you have any problems during use, REDTIGER will provide 1 year free replacement and lifetime technical support. *The specific warranty period is subject to local laws.
Extended Warranty Service: After registering information on redtigercam.com, you may extend the warranty for an additional 6 months free of charge. URL: https://www.redtigercam.com/pages/warranty-form
Package Contents
- F8 4K Dash cam
- GPS Mount
- Power Supply Cable with Car Charger
- 32GB Memory Card
- Electrostatic Sticker *2
- 3M Adhesive
- User Manual
- Tool
- Cable Clips*5
Appearance
1. 3M Adhesive: Used for mounting the dash cam.
2. USB Type-C Port: For power and data connection.
3. Rear Cam Slot: Slot for connecting an optional rear camera.
4. Front Camera Lens: Captures the road ahead.
5. Power Button: Turns the device on/off or switches screen.
6. Memory Card Slot: For inserting the microSD card.
7. Status Light: Blue light indicates power on; red light flashing indicates recording.
8. Up Button: Navigates menus or locks files.
9. Menu Button: Accesses main menu or confirms selections.
10. Down Button: Navigates menus or takes snapshots.
11. GPS Mount: Mounts the dash cam and receives GPS signals.
12. Touch Screen: For interacting with the device interface.
13. Reset Button: Resets the device to factory settings.
Buttons and Functions
Power Button
Recording Mode:
- Short press: Switch screen
- Long press: Turn off the Camera
Setup Mode:
- Short press: Return to the previous screen
Playback Mode:
- Short press: Return to the previous screen
Menu Button
Recording Mode:
- Short press: Enter main menu
Setup Mode:
- Short press: Enter/Confirm specific settings
Playback Mode:
- Short press: Select and play the specific file
- Long press: Delete/Lock/Unlock the specific file
Up Button
Recording Mode:
- Short press: Lock/Unlock the recording file
- Long press: Turn on or off Wi-Fi
Setup Mode:
- Short press: Select the previous function
Playback Mode:
- Short press: Select the previous file
- Short press: Fast rewind while video being played
Down Button
Recording Mode:
- Short press: Take a snapshot
- Long press: Stop recording
Setup Mode:
- Short press: Select the next function
Playback Mode:
- Short press: Select the next file
- Short press: Fast forward while video is being played
Touch Screen Function
Video Mode
Swipe the screen left or right to switch the screen to Front camera > Screensaver.
You can manually lock the video by clicking the ? in the upper right corner of the screen; a small white lock appears in the middle of the screen.
You can manually click the ? at the top of the screen to choose whether to record audio during video recording.
You can manually click the ? at the top of the screen to choose whether to turn on Wi-Fi.
You can manually click the ? at the top of the screen to choose whether to turn on the key sound.
You can click the ? in the lower right corner of the screen to take a photo.
Playback Mode
Swipe up and down on the playback interface to turn pages.
You can click the [Up/Down Arrows] to turn the page.
You can click on any video to play it back.
Setting Mode
Swipe up and down on the menu interface to turn pages.
Click the [Select] to select the [Up/Down Arrows] in order in the menu interface.
Click on any function icon to touch the screen.
User Interface Overview
Recording Mode
Icon | Description |
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[G-Sensor] | G-Sensor sensitivity |
[Loop] | Loop recording in 1 min/3 mins/5 mins per file |
[Parking] | Whether to connect the hardwired kit and set up parking monitoring |
[Fatigue] | Fatigue driving function is on |
? | GPS status |
? | Wi-Fi status |
? | Camera system sound status |
[Voice] | Voice recording status |
[Rear Cam] | Whether the rear camera is connected |
[Rec Status] 03:22 | Recording status and recording time |
[Emergency Rec] 03:22 | Emergency recording is on |
[Date/Time] 08-16 10:52 AM | Date and time of the camera |
[Resolution] 4K | Recording resolution |
? | Emergency Video Lock |
[Menu] | Enter the menu |
? | Photograph function |
[Power] • | Power Indicator |
[Power] • | Red LED blinking: Recording Video / No Red LED: Not Recording Video |
Playback Mode
1. Press the ☰ button to enter Playback mode.
2. Press Up or Down button to select the folder you want to play, then press ☰ button to enter.
3. Press the ☰ button to watch the recorded video.
4. Long press the ☰ button for 3 seconds to edit your records.
Function Overview
Short press the ☰ button to enter the settings menu, where you can adjust various functions and parameters of the entire machine.
Icon | Function | Option/Description |
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[Resolution] | Resolution | 2160P @30fps/1440P @60fps/1080P @120fps |
[Voice] | Audio | Sound Recording |
[Date] | Date Stamp | ON/OFF |
[Loop] | Loop recording | 1/3/5mins |
[G-Sensor] | G-sensor | Off/Low/Medium/High |
[Fatigue] | Fatigue Driving | A Reminder Will be Made During 1h/2h/3h/4h/OFF |
[Speed Stamp] | Speed Stamp | ON/OFF |
? | GPS Stamp | ON/OFF |
[Speed Units] | Speed Units | KMH/MPH |
[GPS Info] | GPS Info | Display GPS signal strength |
[Rear Cam Flip] | Rear Cam Flip | Vertical Flip Your Rear View *Need to connect rear camera |
[Mirror Flip] | Mirror Flip | Horizontal Flip Your Front View *Need to connect rear camera |
[APP] | APP | A QR Code for Redtiger app |
? | Wi-Fi | ON/OFF |
[Language] | Language | Choose Your Preferred Language |
[Time Format] | Time Format | 12h/24h |
[Date/Time] | Date / Time | Update With GPS |
[Time Zone] | Time Zone | Choose Your Time Zone |
[DST] | DST | Daylight Saving Time ON/OFF |
[Frequency] | Frequency | 60Hz/50Hz |
[Click Tone] | Click Tone | ON/OFF |
[Screen Saver] | Screen Saver | OFF/10s/30s/2mins, Screen goes off after the set time |
[Parking] | Parking Mode | Please connect the ACC hardwire kit |
[Format Reminder] | Format Reminder | Reminder to Clear Data |
[Format] | Format | Format SD card. All data will be deleted |
[Card Speed] | Card Speed | Card Speed Detection |
[Settings] | Default Setting | Reset All Settings |
[Version] | Version | Software Version |
[Help] | Help Center | Scan the QR code to contact us |
Note: In order to a Clean, Smooth, Comfortable using experience, REDTIGER suggests you format your Memory Card once a month. When you turn off Click Tone, the startup and shutdown sounds will also be turned off.
APP and Wi-Fi Function
How to connect Wi-Fi?
1. Download the APP
You can download the APP from:
- Official website: https://www.redtigercam.com/pages/app
- You may also use your smartphone to scan the QR Code from your dash cam or on the right side.
- Apple APP Store or Google Play Store search "Redtiger".
2. Turn on the Wi-Fi on the dash cam; the Wi-Fi SSID and password will appear on the screen.
3. Open Redtiger APP > jump to the Wi-Fi connection interface according to the steps > find the Wi-Fi of the dash cam > enter the password to connect. (The default password is 12345678)
4. After successfully connecting to Wi-Fi, return to the APP to use it.
View/Download/Delete/Share Video
- Click the [Icon] on the main interface to view video and picture files.
- Long press the video file and select it, then choose to download or delete.
- Return to the APP home page and select the Album > Open and watch/share it.
App home
The app home screen displays:
- 1. Native Wi-Fi Name: The Wi-Fi network name of the dash cam.
- 2. Turn on/off recorded sound: Icon to control audio recording.
- 3. GPS information: Displays GPS data.
- 4. Video play window: Shows the live or recorded video feed.
- 5. Mirror Flip: Option to flip the front camera view.
- 6. Rotate the video screen left and right: Controls screen orientation.
- 7. Map: Displays GPS map data.
- 8. Dash cam file: Access to stored video files.
- 9. Pause/start recording: Controls the recording status.
- 10. Take pictures: Button to capture still images.
- 11. Dash cam settings: Access to device settings.
OTA (Over the air) Update
Note: Please update the Redtiger APP to the latest version to use this function.
- Disconnect the mobile phone and dash cam Wi-Fi. Connect the phone to LAN for 5 seconds, then disconnect. Finally, connect the dash cam Wi-Fi.
- Once Wi-Fi connection is successful, open the Redtiger APP to start using it. If new software is detected, the APP page will indicate the availability of an update.
- To upgrade, click on "Upgrade Now". The Redtiger APP will prompt you to download the upgrade package. Please note that the actual firmware should prevail over the upgrade package.
- Connect the dash cam to send the upgrade package. Do not power off the dash cam during the upgrade process. Once the upgrade is completed, the APP will display the upgrade success message, and the dash cam will automatically restart.
How to Play Using a Computer
REDTIGER recommends using the REDTIGER Player as the video player to watch/play videos. It can also view Google Maps.
You can download it for free on Mac or Windows from the following link: https://www.redtigercam.com/pages/gps-player
You can choose different playback modes in Settings > Video playback mode. You can also set playback speed, language, map, and other functions.
The REDTIGER Player interface includes:
- 1. Video play window (Front): Displays the video feed.
- 2. Map and track display: Shows the route on a map.
- 3. Play control panel: Controls for playback (play, pause, rewind, etc.).
- 4. Speed and driving state indication: Displays speed, G-sensor data, etc.
- 5. Play list: Lists available video files.
Note: When you find the desired video file, hold down the left mouse button and drag and drop it onto the video player to play it.
Installation
WARNING: Please make sure to connect all cameras and wires before powering on the cam screen; otherwise, the camera cannot work properly. Please follow the instructions below for the first-time installation of the REDTIGER dash cam.
Insert Memory Card
Insert the Memory Card into the dash cam, taking care that the gold contacts are facing towards the screen of the dash cam. Push the memory card until it clicks into the slot.
Front camera installation
Peel off the electrostatic sticker from the cellophane and transfer it to where you want to stick it. Attach the front camera to the electrostatic sticker and press to make it firmer.
Wire Layout In The Vehicle
- The car charger is connected to the cigar socket.
- Connect the other end of the car charger to the dash cam.
- Use the crowbar to run the power cable along the front windshield and the roof, and hide the cable down the A-pillar, so as not to block the driver's sight and cause danger.
Trouble Shooting
Why is there no GPS signal?
- Clean and reconnect the probe on the main unit and bracket. Check for any interference in your car, like metal film on the windshield, radio antenna, or radar detector.
- Move your car to an open area.
- If the GPS icon is [GPS Good], it means the GPS signal is good.
- If the GPS icon is [GPS Receiving], it means that the GPS signal is being received.
- If the GPS icon is [GPS No Signal], it means there is no GPS signal.
How to turn off the on/off music of dash cam?
- Click the system sound icon ? on the screen to turn off the camera sound.
- Please go to Settings > Click Tone > Off. When the click tone is turned off, the power on and off music will also be turned off.
Why does my dash cam prompt card error or please format Memory Card every once in a while?
Please follow the steps below to check:
- Please go to Settings > Format Reminder to check whether the regular format reminder is enabled.
- Format the Memory Card.
- Restore factory settings and restart the dash cam.
- Update the firmware.
Dash cam repeated restart/no boot?
- Make sure you are using the original car charger.
- Unplug the Memory Card and car charger in turn, and reinstall them. Check whether the short circuit is caused by accessories.
- Reset the machine through the small hole at the bottom of the driving recorder.
- If none of the above can solve the problem, please try to power on the USB cable to confirm whether the host can be used normally.
- Please go to the official website to update the firmware.
- If it is not resolved, please contact your dedicated customer service for a replacement.
Why "Mass storage" appears on the screen?
"Mass storage" happens when you use a USB cable with data transfer mode, causing the dash cam to enter transfer mode. In this mode, data can only be transferred; no other functions work. For best results, use the original car charger or a USB cable without data transfer mode.
Why can't I connect to Wi-Fi?
- Check the working distance of Wi-Fi, about 15ft.
- Check the SSID and password of the Wi-Fi, or whether there are other devices connected to the Wi-Fi.
- Turn off mobile data, security software, and VPN on your phone.
- If the issue persists, please contact customer support for assistance.
Why is the time setting incorrect?
The dash cam features built-in GPS. It automatically adjusts time based on your location and time zone, eliminating the need for manual time changes. You can adjust the time through Settings > Time Zone/DST.
Customer Service Center
If you have any problems using or installing the dash cam, please contact REDTIGER with any questions.
Help Center: [QR Code for Help Center]
WhatsApp: [QR Code for WhatsApp]
Social Media: Instagram: @redtiger_dashcam, Facebook: Redtiger Dash Cam
For more information:
- After sales: help@redtigercam.com
- Business Cooperation: contact@redtigercam.com
- Customer Phone Service: +1 888 966 8028 (US)
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Website: www.redtigercam.com
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.