BlackVue DR770X Box Series: Setup and Cloud Connectivity

Register BlackVue Account

To register a BlackVue account:

1. Search for the BlackVue app in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and install it on your smartphone.
2. Create an account: Select 'Login' if you have an account, otherwise tap 'Create account'.
3. During sign-up, you will receive an email with a confirmation code. Enter the confirmation code to finish creating your account.

Image Description: A series of screenshots showing the BlackVue app interface for signing up, including fields for name, email, and password, and options to sign up with Google or Apple.

Add BlackVue Dashcam to Camera List

Choose one of the following methods to add your BlackVue dashcam to the camera list. Once your camera is added, continue to the steps in 'Connect to BlackVue Cloud'.

C-1 Add via Seamless Pairing

1. Select 'Camera' in the Global Navigation Bar.
2. Find and Press '+ Camera'.
3. Select 'Seamless Pairing models'. Ensure your smartphone's Bluetooth is turned on.
4. Choose your BlackVue dashcam from the detected camera list.
5. To connect to the main unit, press the SOS button until you hear a "beep" sound.

Image Description: Screenshots illustrating the process of adding a camera via seamless pairing, showing the app detecting the dashcam, a prompt to press the SOS button, and a verification screen.

C-2 Add Manually

1. If you want to connect to the camera manually, press 'Add camera manually'.
2. Press 'How to connect phone to the camera' and follow the instructions.

Image Description: Screenshots showing the manual camera connection process, including a 'Searching for camera' screen and a 'Let's verify your camera' screen with instructions to connect the phone to the camera.

Note: Bluetooth and/or Wi-Fi direct has a connection range of 10m between your dashcam and smartphone. The Dashcam SSID is printed on the connectivity details label attached to your dashcam or inside the product box.

Connect to BlackVue Cloud (optional)

If you don't have a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot, BlackVue connectivity module, or do not wish to use the BlackVue Cloud service, you can skip this step. If you have a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot, BlackVue connectivity module (CM100GLTE), a car-embedded wireless internet network, or a Wi-Fi network near your car, you can use the BlackVue app to connect to BlackVue Cloud and see in real-time where your car is and the dashcam's live video feed.

For more information about using the BlackVue app, please refer to the BlackVue App manual from https://cloudmanual.blackvue.com.

D-1 Wi-Fi hotspot

1. Select 'Wi-Fi hotspot'.
2. Choose your Wi-Fi hotspot from the list. Enter the password and tap 'Save'.

Image Description: Screenshots showing the process of connecting via Wi-Fi hotspot, including selecting the connection method, choosing a hotspot from a list, and entering network details.

D-2 SIM card (Cloud connectivity using CM100GLTE)

Ensure your connectivity module is installed as instructed by the manuals included in the CM100GLTE package. Then, follow the steps for SIM registration.

1. Select 'SIM card'.
2. Configure the APN settings to activate the SIM card. For detailed information, check the 'SIM activation guide' in the packaging or visit BlackVue Help Center: www.helpcenter.blackvue.com -> LTE connectivity guide.

Image Description: Screenshots illustrating SIM card setup for cloud connectivity, including selecting 'SIM card', entering network carrier information, APN, username, and password.

Note:

• When the dashcam is connected to the internet, you can use BlackVue Cloud features such as remote Live View and Video playback, Real-time location, push notification, Auto-upload, remote Firmware update, etc., on the BlackVue app and Web Viewer.
• The BlackVue DR770X Box Series is not compatible with 5GHz wireless networks.
• To use the BlackVue Cloud Service via LTE network, the SIM card must be properly activated for Internet access.
• If LTE and Wi-Fi hotspot are available for internet connection, Wi-Fi hotspot will have priority. If LTE connection is preferred at all times, remove Wi-Fi hotspot information.
• Some Cloud features may not work when the surrounding temperature is high and/or LTE speed is slow.

Quick settings (optional)

Choose your preferred settings. Quick settings allow you to choose your firmware language, time zone, and speed unit. If you prefer to do this later, press 'skip'. Otherwise, press 'next'.

1. Select the firmware language for your BlackVue dashcam. Press 'next'.
2. Select a time zone for your location. Press 'next'.
3. Select the speed unit of your preference. Press 'next'.
4. Press 'More settings' to access all settings or press 'save'. Your main unit will format the SD card to apply the settings. Press 'OK' to confirm.

Image Description: Screenshots showing the quick settings process for selecting language, time zone, and speed unit, followed by a confirmation screen about formatting the SD card.

BlackVue dashcam installation is complete.

Playing Video Files and Changing Settings

After installation is complete, follow the steps below to play video files and change settings.

1. Select 'Camera' on your Global Navigation Bar.
2. Tap your dashcam model in the camera list.
3. To play video files, press 'Playback' and tap the video you want to play.
4. To change the settings, press the settings ⚙️ icon.

Image Description: Screenshots showing the BlackVue app interface for accessing recorded videos and settings, including a list of recordings and a detailed view of a single recording with playback controls.

For more information about the BlackVue app, go to https://cloudmanual.blackvue.com.

Using BlackVue Web Viewer

To experience the camera features in the Web Viewer, you must create an account and your dashcam must be connected to the Cloud. For this setup, it is recommended to download the BlackVue app and follow the instructions, including optional steps in 'Using BlackVue App', prior to accessing the Web Viewer.

1. Go to www.blackvuecloud.com to access BlackVue Web Viewer.
2. Select 'Start Web Viewer'. Enter your login information if you have an account, otherwise press 'Sign up' and follow the guidelines in the Web Viewer.
3. To play video files after login, select your camera in the camera list and press 'Playback'. If you have not already added your camera, press 'Add camera' and follow the guidelines in the Web Viewer.
4. Select the video you want to play from the video list.

Image Description: A screenshot of the BlackVue Web Viewer interface, showing a map with camera locations and a list of cameras with their status.

For more information about BlackVue Web Viewer features, refer to the manual from https://cloudmanual.blackvue.com.

Using BlackVue Viewer

Playing video files and changing settings:

1. Remove the microSD card from the main unit.
2. Insert the card into the microSD card reader and connect it to a computer.
3. Download the BlackVue Viewer program from www.blackvue.com > Support > Downloads and install it on your computer.
4. Run BlackVue Viewer. To play, select a video and click the play button or double-click the selected video.
5. To change settings, click the ⚙️ button to open the BlackVue settings panel. Settings that can be changed include Wi-Fi SSID & password, image quality, sensitivity settings, voice recording on/off, speed unit (km/h, MPH), LEDs on/off, voice guidance volume, Cloud settings, etc.

Image Description: A screenshot of the BlackVue Viewer software interface, showing a list of recorded videos, a video playback window, and a map displaying the vehicle's route.

Note:

• For more information about BlackVue Viewer, go to https://cloudmanual.blackvue.com.
• All images shown are for illustration purposes only. Actual programs may differ from images shown.

Tips for Optimal Performance

For stable operation of the dashcam, it is recommended to format the microSD card once a month.

• Format using BlackVue App (Android/iOS): Go to BlackVue App > ⚙️ > Format microSD card and format the microSD card.
• Format using BlackVue Viewer (Windows): Download BlackVue Windows Viewer from www.blackvue.com > Support > Downloads and install it on your computer. Insert the microSD card into the microSD card reader and connect the reader to your computer. Launch the copy of BlackVue Viewer installed on your computer. Click the 'Format' button, select the card drive, and click 'OK'.
• Format using BlackVue Viewer (macOS): Download BlackVue Mac Viewer from www.blackvue.com > Support > Downloads and install it on your computer. Insert the microSD card into the microSD card reader and connect the reader to your computer. Launch the copy of BlackVue Viewer installed on your computer. Click the 'Format' button, select the microSD card from the list of drives in the left frame. After selecting your microSD card, select the 'Erase' tab in the main window. Select "MS-DOS (FAT)" from the Volume Format drop-down menu and click 'Erase'.

• Only use official BlackVue microSD cards. Other cards may have compatibility issues.
• Regularly upgrade the firmware for performance improvements and updated features. Firmware updates will be made available for download at www.blackvue.com > Support > Downloads.

Customer Support

For customer support, manuals, and firmware updates, please visit www.blackvue.com.

You can also email a Customer Support expert at cs@pittasoft.com.

Product Specifications

* STARVIS is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Product Contents (DR770X Box Series)

Before installing the BlackVue dashcam, check the product contents.

Product Contents (DR770X Box Series for Trucks)

Before installing the BlackVue dashcam, check the product contents.

User Assistance

The manual (including FAQs) and the latest firmware can be downloaded from www.blackvue.com.

Alternatively, you can contact technical support by sending an email to cs@pittasoft.com.