VANTRUE OnDash X1 Pro Dash Cam User Manual

Introduction

This document is the user manual for the VANTRUE OnDash X1 Pro Dash Cam. It provides comprehensive instructions on installation, operation, features, and maintenance.

The cover displays the VANTRUE logo. The back cover shows regulatory compliance marks (CE, FC, RoHS), "Made in China", and the website http://www.vantrue.net. The right side of the cover features an image of the VANTRUE OnDash X1 Pro dash cam, labeled "User Manual Dash Cam OnDash X1 PRO".

1. What's in the Box?

The package includes the following items:

• A. Car charger with built-in 10ft mini USB cable: Used for powering the dash cam from a vehicle's cigarette lighter socket.
• B. VANTRUE X1 Pro dash cam: The main recording device.
• C. Suction cup mount: For attaching the dash cam to the windshield.
• D. 3ft USB data cable: For connecting the dash cam to a computer for data transfer or charging.
• E. X1 Pro dash cam user manual: This document.
• F. Quick Guide: A brief setup guide.
• G. Warranty card: Contains warranty information.

Diagram Description: A visual layout shows all the components labeled A through G, illustrating their physical appearance and connection points.

2. Camera Overview

The VANTRUE OnDash X1 Pro features several components and controls:

Diagram Description: Detailed diagrams show the front, top, and side views of the dash cam, with numbered callouts corresponding to the table above.

LED Indicator Status

Screen Overview Icons

The dash cam screen displays various icons indicating its status:

• Recording standby status: Indicates the camera is ready.
• Recording: Indicates the camera is actively recording video.
• Video resolution: Shows current resolution (e.g., 1440FHD, 1080FHD, 720P).
• Recording time: Displays the elapsed recording duration.
• Loop recording time: Indicates the segment length for loop recording.
• Time lapse: Shows if Time Lapse mode is active.
• Emergency file lock: A key icon ? indicates a file is locked to prevent overwriting.
• Parking mode: A 'P' icon indicates Parking Mode is active.
• G-Sensor on: Indicates the G-Sensor is active.
• HDR on: Indicates High Dynamic Range is enabled.
• GPS signal connecting: A GPS icon ? indicates GPS signal status (connecting or connected).
• Exposure: Indicates the exposure compensation setting.
• Microphone ON/OFF: Shows the microphone status.
• Memory card inserted or not: Indicates the presence of a microSD card.
• Time stamp / Date stamp: Displays the current time and date.
• Battery level: Shows the remaining battery power.
• Battery is charging: Indicates the battery is currently charging.

3. Getting Started

3.1. Before using, charge the camera for 2-3 hours

A. Charge via your USB charger: Connect the dash cam to a power bank or USB charger using the provided USB cable.

B. Charge via the car charger: Plug the car charger into your vehicle's cigarette lighter port and connect it to the dash cam.

Diagram Description: Diagrams illustrate connecting the dash cam to a power bank and a USB charger. Another diagram shows the car charger plugged into a vehicle's cigarette lighter socket.

Note: While charging, the LED indicator light blinks red. The device has two USB ports for charging: one on the camera body and one on the suction cup mount. When charging via a computer, use the USB port on the mount. Using the camera's port may present "Mass Storage" and "Power On" options; selecting "Mass Storage" prevents operation.

3.2. Installing memory card

Use a genuine microSD memory card (8GB to 32GB, Class 10 or higher). Insert it into the card slot until it clicks. To remove, turn off the camera first, then push the card in until it clicks out.

Before first use: Format the card via the camera's menu: MENU > System Setup > Format > YES.

Note: For 64GB cards, format to FAT32 on a computer first.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows a microSD card being inserted into the dash cam's memory card slot.

REMINDER:

• Format the microSD card every 2 weeks to maximize its lifespan.
• Do not remove the card while the camera is recording to avoid data loss.
• Ensure the camera is powered off before inserting or removing the card. Wait for the indicator light to turn off completely.

3.3. Installing the camera onto your windshield

1. Attach the suction mount to the camera's mounting socket until it clicks.
2. Clean the windshield with a lint-free cloth, possibly using water or alcohol.
3. Wipe the suction mounting pad on the camera mount clean.
4. Position the suction mount on the windshield and rotate the locking bar upward 90 degrees until it clicks securely.
5. Route the power cable along the vehicle's trim for a neat installation.

Diagram Description: Diagrams show the assembly of the mount to the camera, cleaning the windshield, attaching the mount, and routing the power cable inside the car's interior.

4. Basic Operation

4.1. Power on/off the camera

A. Manually: Press the Power button ⏻ to turn the camera on. Long-press the Power button to turn it off.

B. Automatically: When connected to the car charger, the camera automatically turns on after the car starts and charging begins. It turns off automatically about 30 seconds after the car is shut off.

4.2. Settings in the menu

After powering on, press the MENU button to access the setup menus. If the camera is recording, press the Confirm button first to stop recording, then press MENU.

The main menu categories are:

• Record Setup ?: For video recording settings.
• System Setup ⚙️: For general device settings.
• GPS Setup ?: For GPS-related configurations.
• Files ?: To view and manage recorded videos and images.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the main menu options available on the dash cam display.

A. Record Setup

Navigate to "Record Setup" using the DOWN button and press CONFIRM. Use UP/DOWN buttons to select and CONFIRM to set items.

• Resolution: Default is 1440P. Options: 1440P, 1080P 60FPS, 1080P, 720P.
• Loop Recording: Default is 3 minutes per clip. Options: 1 min, 3 mins, 5 mins, Off. When Off, clips are 30 mins, but old files are overwritten when the card is full.
• G-Sensor: Default is Medium. Options: OFF, Low, Medium, High. Adjust sensitivity to automatically lock video clips during impacts.
• Audio Recording: Default is ON. Toggle ON/OFF.
• Parking Mode: Default is OFF. Toggle ON/OFF.

Exposure:

Default is 0. Options: +2.0, +1.0, 0, -1.0, -2.0.

Number Setup:

Use UP/DOWN and CONFIRM to set numbers and letters for license plate or identification. Press MENU to exit.

Stamp:

Default is ON. Toggle ON/OFF for date/time, logo, number, speed, and GPS location stamps.

Rotate Display:

Default is OFF. Toggle ON/OFF to rotate the display 180 degrees.

Time Lapse:

Default is OFF. Options: Off, 1 Sec, 5 Secs, 10 Secs, 30 Secs, 1 Min. Captures images at intervals to create a time-lapse video.

Power Off Delay:

Default is ON. Toggle ON/OFF to set a delay before the camera powers off after the engine stops.

B. System Setup

• Language: Default is English. Supports English, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, French, Italian, German.
• Format SD Card: Formats the microSD card, erasing all data.
• Time & Date: Set the current date and time.
• Auto LCD Off: Default is 3 Mins. The screen turns off after the set duration while recording. Options: 1 Min, 3 Mins, 5 Mins, Off.
• Device Sound: Default is ON. Toggle ON/OFF for system sounds.
• Non-Use Auto Power OFF: Default is 3 Mins. The camera powers off automatically if no activity is detected. Options: 1 Min, 2 Mins, 3 Mins, Off.
• Frequency: Default is 50Hz. Select 60Hz for regions with different power line frequencies.
• System Info: Displays firmware version information.
• Default Setting: Resets the device to factory settings.

C. GPS Setup ?

Note: Requires a separate VANTRUE GPS receiver mount.

• GPS Setup: Default is On. Toggle ON/OFF.
• Speed Unit: Default is MPH. Options: KMH or MPH.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the GPS signal status changing from gray to orange when a signal is acquired.

D. Files ?

View and manage videos/images in different folders:

• Event: Stores event videos (detected by G-Sensor or manually locked).
• Normal: Stores normal recording videos.
• Photo: Stores still images.
• All: Displays all recorded videos and images.

4.3. Date/Time Setting

Navigate to MENU > System Setup > Time & Date. Use UP/DOWN buttons to select and CONFIRM to set the year, month, day, hour, minute, and second. Press MENU to exit after setup.

Diagram Description: A screenshot shows the Time & Date setting interface with fields for DD/MM/YY and HH:MM:SS, with navigation buttons.

4.4. Loop Recording

After inserting a memory card and powering on, the dash cam automatically starts loop recording. If not connected to a power source, press the CONFIRM button to start recording manually.

Diagram Description: The dash cam screen is shown during recording, highlighting indicators like resolution, time, and status icons. Arrows point to the CONFIRM button area.

The default loop recording time is 3 minutes. This can be changed in Record Setup > Loop Recording (options: 1 min, 3 mins, 5 mins, Off). If set to Off, clips are 30 minutes long, and older files are automatically overwritten when the card is full.

Videos are named "Year_Date_Time_Serial" and stored in the "Video">"Normal" folder.

4.5. Event Recording

Event recording is triggered by the G-Sensor, automatically detecting impacts or sudden changes. It locks the current video clip and saves it in the "Event" folder, preventing it from being overwritten.

G-Sensor sensitivity can be adjusted (Low, Medium, High, Off) in Record Setup > G-Sensor Set.

You can also manually lock a video by pressing the Emergency Button ? while recording. A key icon will appear on the screen.

Diagram Description: A screenshot shows the dash cam display with a key icon indicating a locked video file.

Event videos are stored in the "Files">"Event" folder.

4.6. Audio Recording

Audio recording is ON by default. To turn it OFF:

• Navigate to Record Setup > Audio recording and select OFF.
• While recording, press the UP button to toggle audio recording ON/OFF.

When audio is off, the microphone icon will appear gray with a diagonal line through it.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows the buttons on the bottom of the dash cam, indicating the UP button used for audio control.

4.7. Parking Mode

To enable Parking Mode, go to Record Setup > Parking Monitor and select ON.

When enabled, the camera uses Motion Detection. If no movement is detected in front of the camera for 5 minutes while recording, it automatically enters Parking Mode (indicated by a 'P' icon on the left side of the screen).

In Parking Mode, the camera will automatically start recording when it detects movement. Recording stops 10 seconds after the movement ceases.

You can also manually activate Parking Mode by pressing and holding the DOWN button until the 'P' icon appears.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the dash cam screen with the 'P' icon indicating Parking Mode is active.

Note: To keep the camera operating in Parking Mode for extended periods, power it using an external power bank or hardwiring it to the car battery. Continuous operation for over 10 hours is not recommended.

4.8. Time Lapse

To use Time Lapse, go to Record Setup > Time Lapse.

Default setting is OFF. Options: Off, 1 Sec, 5 Secs, 10 Secs, 30 Secs, 1 Min. In this mode, the camera takes photos at set intervals and compiles them into a video clip.

For example, with Time Lapse set to 1 second, the camera takes one photo per second. At a recording frame rate of 30fps, 8 hours of recording would result in a 16-minute time-lapse video (calculation: 8 hours * 60 min/hr * 60 sec/min / 30 fps / 60 sec/min = 16 minutes).

This mode is recommended for storage cards with smaller capacities.

Formula: Normal Recording Time = Time Lapse Recording Time (Sec) x Recording Frame Rate FPS x Time Lapse Option

4.9. Taking a Picture

When the camera is not recording videos, press the Camera button to take a picture (16M pixels).

While recording video, press the Camera button to take a snapshot.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the dash cam display when taking a photo, showing the 16M resolution.

4.10. Connecting External GPS Receiver (Optional accessory)

To use GPS features (tracking route and speed), purchase a separate VANTRUE GPS receiver mount.

1. Replace the standard mount with the GPS mount.
2. Connect the GPS mount to power via its USB port.
3. Turn on the dash cam. If a memory card is inserted, it will start recording. Press CONFIRM to stop recording, then press MENU.
4. Navigate to GPS Setup > GPS Setup and turn the GPS function ON.

The GPS receiver will search for a signal. The GPS icon ? will initially be gray and turn orange upon successful signal acquisition.

Diagram Description: Screenshots illustrate the GPS icon changing from gray to orange.

To display GPS tracking and vehicle speed on videos, configure "GPS Location Stamp" and "Speed Stamp" in Record Setup > Stamp.

You can review recorded videos with GPS information using the VANTRUE GPS Viewer, available for download at www.vantrue.net.

4.11. Viewing Video and Photos

View and playback videos/photos on the dash cam monitor:

1. Press MENU, then navigate to Files > Normal, Files > Event, or Files > Photo.
2. Use UP/DOWN buttons to select a video/photo.
3. Press CONFIRM to play or pause.
4. During playback: Press UP for slow forward, DOWN for fast forward.

To delete or protect files: Pause the video with the OK button, then press the Camera button to select Delete or Protect. Note: Unprotect a file before deleting it.

Diagram Description: A screenshot shows the "Playback Menu" with options for "Delete Files" and "Protect Files".

Viewing files on a computer:

1. Connect the camera to your computer using the supplied USB cable.
2. The camera screen will display "Mass Storage" and "Power On". Select "Mass Storage" and press OK to transfer data.
3. The device will appear as a removable drive or volume.

Note: When in "Mass Storage" mode, standard camera setup and operations are disabled.

View on a TV:

The camera has a mini HDMI port for connecting to a monitor or TV. A mini HDMI to HDMI cable is not included.

1. Connect the camera to power via USB.
2. Connect the camera's mini HDMI port to the TV/monitor's HDMI port using a mini HDMI cable.
3. Set the TV to the correct HDMI input source.
4. The camera screen will turn black, and the output will appear on the TV screen.

Note: Ensure the dash cam is powered when using HDMI output mode. Video recording is disabled when connected to an external display.

4.12. Upgrading the Firmware

If the firmware upgrade file is on the microSD card, the system will automatically update. The camera will restart upon completion.

To stay up-to-date, check the official VANTRUE website (www.vantrue.net) for the latest firmware. Registering your product at www.vantrue.net/register can provide notifications for new firmware updates.

4.13. Working Temperature

The dash cam is designed for operation between 32°F and 158°F (0°C to 70°C). Temperatures outside this range may affect performance and lifespan.

To avoid damage:

• Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight for extended periods in hot weather. High temperatures may cause it to stop operating and activate thermal protection.
• In extreme cold (below 32°F / 0°C), remove the camera from the windshield when not in use and store it in a glove box.

5. Specifications

Note: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice due to product improvements.

6. Warranty & Support

Warranty

The VANTRUE OnDash X1 Pro Dash Cam comes with a 12-month warranty. Registering your product on the official site (www.vantrue.net/register) can extend the warranty to 18 months.

Support

For any questions or issues, contact VANTRUE support at support@vantrue.net or via the live chat on www.vantrue.net. Queries are typically answered within 12-24 hours on business days.

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