V7M Truck Dash Cam User Manual V1.1

Safety Instructions

In order to use this product safely, please confirm that you fully understand the following.

WARNING: This section indicates that mishandling can have serious consequences.

Note: This section indicates that improper handling may cause injury to the user or damage the product.

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• ⚠️ Please use this product under the premise of obeying traffic rules.
• Do not install the device in a position that blocks the view or obstructs driving.
• Do not disassemble or modify this product by yourself.
• Do not use accessories not included.
• Do not allow water to enter this product.

❗ ATTENTION

• If the product makes an abnormal noise or smell, please stop using it immediately.
• The waterproof rating of the left and right camera is IP67, and the front camera and recorder host is not waterproof.
• When disposing of this product, please follow the classification principle and do not discard it at will.
• Do not store this product in a high temperature and humid environment.

Features

• Replace conventional lithium batteries with super capacitors for longer life and safer operation.
• HD display screen.
• Support battery voltage display.
• Video can be recorded after inserting TF card.
• Built-in WiFi, can view real-time video on the dedicated APP.

Standard Accessories

• Host
• Front Camera
• Left Camera
• Right Camera
• Remote Control
• GPS Module (Optional)
• User Manual
• Power Cable

Description of Each Part

The following describes the components of the V7M Truck Dash Cam system:

• 1. Up Button: Used to switch camera modes, enter emergency recording, navigate menus, select previous pages/videos, and switch video files during playback.
• 2. OK Button: Used to pause/resume recording, enter menu settings, select options, play videos, and confirm settings.
• 3. Down Button: Used to switch camera modes, navigate menus, and select next videos/pages.
• 4. Card Slot: Slot for inserting a TF (microSD) card for video storage.
• 5. Reset Button: A small button used to reset the device.
• 6. Microphone: Captures audio for recordings.
• 7, 8, 9. Camera Connectors: Ports for connecting the front, left, and right cameras to the host unit.
• 10. GPS Connector: Port for connecting the external GPS module.
• 11. Power Connector: Port for connecting the power supply.
• 12. Smart Power Cable: A specialized power cable that supports parking monitoring functions.
• 13. Car Charger Power Cable: A standard power cable that plugs into a vehicle's cigarette lighter socket.
• 14. GPS Module: An external unit that provides GPS location data.
• 15, 16, 17. Cameras: Refers to the front, left, and right cameras included with the system.

TF Card

• Please use a high-quality Class 10 or above genuine TF card.
• The recorder supports TF cards from 16GB up to 256GB.
• If the memory card cannot save files properly, please format it on the recorder. Note: Formatting will delete all data; please back up card data before formatting.

TF Card Insertion:

1. Insert the TF card into the card slot as shown in the diagram. Pay attention to the orientation of the gold finger contacts.

2. Gently press the TF card until you hear a click or "Da" sound, then release it.

3. Caution: Inserting the card reversely can damage the SD card and the recorder.

TF Card Attention:

• Cards used on other devices may be automatically formatted upon first use in this DVR. Back up data beforehand.
• For frequent use, it is recommended to format the memory card every two weeks.
• Do not pull out the card while the device is recording to avoid damaging video files and the recorder.

Installation Guide

Camera Wiring:

• Right Camera: The yellow wire connects to the 12V positive (+) terminal of the right turn signal. When the right turn signal is activated, the right camera's image displays full screen, aiding observation of the right side environment.
• Left Camera: The yellow wire connects to the 12V positive (+) terminal of the left turn signal. When the left turn signal is activated, the left camera's image displays full screen, aiding observation of the left side environment.

Power Cable Connections:

• Black GND: Connect to the vehicle body ground (e.g., a metal screw).
• VCC: Connect to a constant power source (a fuse that remains powered even when the vehicle is off).
• ACC: Connect to a switched power source (a fuse that powers on with the ignition and turns off when the engine is off).

Note: Only the smart power cable (Item 12) supports the parking monitoring function. The car charger power cable (Item 13) does not.

Host Fixed Installation Diagram:

Installation Suggestions:

• It is recommended to mount the recorder host on the windshield or place it on the center console.
• The front camera can be installed inside the car to monitor the front or interior.
• The left and right cameras can be installed on the rearview mirrors on both sides of the car to monitor the sides.

Note: You can rotate the screen interface by 180° in the host's menu settings.

Power On:

After installing the recorder, inserting the TF card, and connecting the power cable, plug the charger into the vehicle's cigarette lighter. Start the car; the recorder will begin recording automatically.

❗ Attention: This recorder uses supercapacitors instead of traditional lithium batteries. Supercapacitors charge automatically and save the last file after power disconnection.

Time Setting:

1. Pause recording after the recorder is turned on.

2. Enter the Menu.

3. Select "Time Setting".

4. Use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the time.

5. Press the OK button to save the settings.

Button Description

Up Button:

• In video recording state: Short press to switch camera mode.
• In video recording state: Long press to enter emergency recording mode. The locked video filename will be KEY-xxxx.
• In setting interface: Short press to select the previous page.
• In video playback interface: Short press to select the previous video.
• When playing video: Long press to switch between front/left/right camera video files.

OK Button:

• In video recording state: Short press to pause recording.
• In pause state: Long press to enter the menu setting interface.
• In menu interface: Select the recording icon and short press OK to exit the menu and return to video recording.
• In menu interface: Select the playback icon and short press OK to enter the video playback interface.
• In menu interface: Select the setting icon and short press OK to enter the setting interface.
• In menu interface: Select the language selection icon and short press OK to enter the language setting interface.
• In video playback interface: Select a video and short press OK to play it.
• In language setting interface: Select the desired language and short press OK to complete the setting.
• In setting interface: Select desired function settings and short press OK to complete.
• In setting interface: Long press OK to return to the previous interface.
• In video playback interface: Long press OK to return to the previous interface.
• In language setting interface: Long press OK to return to the previous interface.

Down Button:

• In video recording state: Short press to switch camera mode.
• In setting interface: Short press to select the next page.
• In video playback mode: Short press to select the next video.

Operation Modes

Manually Trigger Lock Video:

In the recording state, long press the Up button. The recorder will enter emergency lock mode, recording a locked video and capturing a picture from the front, left, and right cameras simultaneously. The locked video filename is KEY-XXXXX. These locked videos are not overwritten by normal "REC-XXXXX" files. If the SD card exceeds 10 KEY-XXXXX videos, the system will delete the earliest KEY-XXXXX emergency video.

G-sensor Trigger Lock Video:

If the G-sensor sensitivity is enabled, the video will be locked automatically after the G-sensor detects a collision reaching the system's preset level. The locked video filename is GSR-XXXXX. These locked videos are also not overwritten by normal "REC-XXXXX" files. If the SD card exceeds 10 GSR-XXXXX videos, the system will delete the earliest GSR-XXXXX emergency video.

Recording Mode:

Please format the SD card before inserting it. After inserting the SD card and turning on the device, it enters normal loop recording mode. You can set video clip times (1, 2, 3, or 5 minutes) in the menu. When the SD card is full, new video files will overwrite the oldest saved files. Backup important files promptly to prevent loss.

Playback Video Mode:

1. In recording state, short press OK to pause recording.

2. Long press OK to enter the system setting interface.

3. Use Up/Down buttons to select the video to be played.

4. Short press OK to enter playback mode.

5. In playback mode, long press Up to switch between front, left, and right camera video files.

6. To exit playback mode, long press OK to return to the system setting interface, select the recording icon, and short press OK again to return to recording mode.

Screen Information and Menu Descriptions

Description of Characters on the Display (Recording Mode):

• Date&Time: Displays current date and time.
• Recording Icon: [rec-icon] indicates recording is active.
• Altitude: Displays current altitude.
• GPS: [gps-icon] indicates GPS signal status.
• Atmospheric pressure: Displays current atmospheric pressure.
• WiFi: [wifi-icon] indicates WiFi connection status.
• Side Lock video: [lock-icon] indicates a locked video.
• Side Camera: Indicates which camera is active or being displayed.
• Voltage: Displays current voltage.
• Speed: Displays current speed.

Navigation:

• To enter a mode (e.g., recording, playback, setting): Select the icon and press OK. The icon will enlarge to indicate selection.

Video File Naming Conventions:

• Front camera video files: REC_YYYYMMDD-HHMMSS-xxxxF.MOV (F indicates Front camera)
• Right camera video files: REC_YYYYMMDD-HHMMSS-xxxxR.MOV (R indicates Right camera)
• Left camera video files: REC_YYYYMMDD-HHMMSS-xxxxL.MOV (L indicates Left camera)
• Emergency locked videos: KEY-XXXXX
• G-sensor locked videos: GSR-XXXXX

Playback Interface Indicators:

• "F/" indicates front camera video playback.
• "R/" indicates right camera video playback.
• "L/" indicates left camera video playback.

Menu Settings:

Navigate to the settings menu using the OK and Up/Down buttons.

1. Date Watermark: On/Off setting for displaying date and time on videos.
2. Overspeed alarm: Set an overspeed threshold; the recorder will alert when speed exceeds it.
3. Unit System: Select the speed unit displayed (e.g., km/h, mph).
4. Button sound: On/Off setting for button click sounds.
5. Time Setting: Set the recorder's current time and date.
6. Date Format: Choose the date format (YYYY MM DD, MM DD YYYY, or DD MM YYYY).
7. Speed watermark: Set whether to display driving speed during video playback.
8. LCD Power Save: Configure screen backlight to turn off immediately, after 1 minute, or after 3 minutes.
9. Protect Level: G-Sensor sensitivity level adjustment.
10. GPS Status: Displays GPS satellite number, longitude, and latitude information.
11. Time Zone Selection: Select the appropriate time zone for your region.
12. Reset System: Restore factory default settings.
13. WiFi Mode: On/Off setting for WiFi.
14. Format TF Card: Erase all data on the memory card.
15. Firmware Version: Displays the current software version of the recorder.

Language Selection:

1. Select the language icon and press OK to enter language selection mode.

2. The icon will enlarge to indicate selection.

3. Language identification corresponds to the selected language. The number of options varies by model.

Mobile Phone APP Installation and Operation

The VSYSTO APP is a mobile control software that connects to the DVR device via Wi-Fi. It allows for live preview, video playback, file management, and settings adjustments directly from your smartphone.

App Download:

Scan the QR codes provided (or search "WiFi Camera" on Google Play/App Store) to download the latest APP for Android or Apple devices.

Conditions of Use:

• Requires a smart terminal with Android 5.0 or higher, or an Apple terminal.
• Must be used with a VSYSTO DVR device and connected via Wi-Fi.

DVR WiFi Details:

• Default WiFi Name: VSYSTO-V7M-XXXX
• Default Password: 1234567890

Connection Steps:

1. Turn on the recorder.
2. On your phone, go to WiFi settings, find the VSYSTO-V7M-XXXX network, and enter the password 1234567890 to connect.
3. Open the VSYSTO mobile APP.
4. Click "Connect Device" to establish the connection.

Synchronized Recorder Time:

After connecting the mobile phone to the recorder's WiFi and opening the APP, a "command successful" prompt indicates that the recorder's time has been synchronized with the mobile phone's time.

Live Preview (Video / Photo):

After connecting the camera's WiFi to your mobile phone and opening the APP, tap "Connect Device" to enter the live preview state. From here, you can control the camera to take video or photos, switch between camera views, and enter full-screen display.

Browse Recorder Files

Playback Recorder Files:

In the APP's "Online" section, browse recorded video files. Click on a file to play it. Use the upper-left icon [switch-camera] to switch between camera files (R for right, L for left).

Download or Delete Recorder Files:

In the "Online" browsing interface, click "EDIT" to select files for download or deletion. Then, click "Save" or "Delete" as needed.

Video File Name Conventions:

• REC-XXXX: Normal recorded videos.
• GSR-XXXX: Emergency recorded videos (G-Sensor triggered).
• KEY-XXXX: Emergency recorded videos (Manually triggered).

Local Files Management:

Click "Local" to access and manage files stored on your mobile phone. Operations are similar to the online interface.

Recorder Parameter Setting:

Click "Setting" to access the recorder's parameter settings within the mobile APP. You can configure parameters such as WiFi name and password (SSID Setting).

Wireless Remote Control

• Single Press: Press the red or blue button once to switch to the full-screen view of the left or right camera, respectively.
• Double Press: Double-clicking either button triggers the emergency lock mode. The front, left, and right cameras will record emergency video and capture a picture. This function cannot be repeatedly triggered while an emergency video is being recorded; it requires the previous emergency recording to complete. The locked video filename is KEY-XXXX, and it will not be overwritten by normal "REC-XXXX" files.

Battery Replacement Guide (Remote Control)

Battery Type: CR2032

1. Use a small screwdriver to remove the 4 screws on the bottom of the remote control and lift off the protective cover.
2. Use a screwdriver or fingernail to push the coin cell battery out from the side.
3. Install the new battery, ensuring correct polarity (+/-).
4. After confirming normal operation, close the protective cover and screw it back on.

GVP Operation Guide (Optional)

This section describes the operation of the GVP software, which may be used with the device.

Installation:

Operating Systems Supported: GVPWinXP/7/8/10. Double-click setup.exe to start the installation. Shortcuts will be automatically generated on the desktop and start menu upon completion.

Launching the Software:

Double-click the desktop shortcut icon or select the corresponding option from the start menu to open the GVP software.

Interface and Operation:

When the mouse cursor hovers over an icon, an operation prompt will appear. Follow these prompts for guidance.

Interface Example:

The software presents a graphical interface for managing and viewing data. (Visual description of interface elements would be here if an image were present).

Playback Interface:

During playback, double-click the front or rear camera image to enter full-screen mode. Double-click again to exit full-screen.

Note: Due to software limitations, the left camera video may not be playable when viewing driving tracks on a computer. Only front and right camera videos can be viewed simultaneously. TS format videos do not support playing driving tracks on the computer.

Multiple Languages and Map Support:

The playback interface supports multiple languages and Google Maps. Click to set the player language and map preference.

Driving Track Playback:

To view the video track, save downloaded videos in the APP's "Local" section. Then, switch your phone to a network with internet access and play the video. The driving track will be displayed below the video. The default map is Baidu Map; Google Map can be selected in the APP settings.

Note: When viewing driving tracks on the mobile APP, only single camera videos (front/left/right) can be played at a time, not multiple cameras simultaneously.

Specifications