Car Video Reco-SMART - Dash cam ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Dash Cam
Brand	ASUS
Model	Car Video Reco-SMART
Dimensions (L x W x H)	Approximately 10.5 x 5.5 x 3.5 cm
Weight	Approximately 80 g
Power Input	5V DC, 1.5A (via USB car charger)
Battery	Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery (200 mAh)
Recording Resolution	Full HD 1080p at 30 fps
Field of View	140° wide angle
Storage Support	MicroSD card up to 128 GB (Class 10 or higher)
Loop Recording	Yes, with automatic overwrite
G-Sensor	Built-in 3-axis gravity sensor for emergency lock
Night Vision	Yes, with WDR technology
Display	2.4-inch LCD screen
Installation Type	Windshield mount with suction cup
Maintenance	Clean lens with soft cloth; format SD card periodically
Safety Features	Overheat protection; automatic shutdown when battery low
Spare Parts Availability	Replacement suction cup and USB cable available
Repair Information	Contact ASUS support or authorized service centers
Operating Temperature	-20°C to 60°C

Frequently Asked Questions - Car Video Reco-SMART ASUS

How do I install the dash cam properly?

Clean the windshield area, attach the suction mount, and slide the camera onto the mount. Adjust the angle so the lens is level and the road is centered. Connect the power adapter to the 12V car socket.

What type of memory card is recommended?

Use a MicroSD card with at least Class 10 or UHS-I speed rating, up to 128 GB. The card should be formatted to FAT32 before use.

How do I enable loop recording?

Loop recording is enabled by default. The camera will automatically overwrite the oldest footage when the card is full. You can adjust the clip length in the settings (1/3/5 minutes).

Why does my video appear shaky or blurry?

Ensure the mount is tightly secured and the lens is clean. The G-sensor may be too sensitive; disable it or lower sensitivity in settings. Also check that the windshield is not vibrating excessively.

Can I use the dash cam while parked?

Yes, the dash cam has a parking mode that starts recording when motion or impact is detected. It requires a hardwire kit (sold separately) or a power bank to avoid draining the car battery.

How do I view recorded videos?

You can view videos on the camera's 2.4-inch screen, or remove the SD card and view on a computer. Alternatively, connect the camera via USB to a PC.

What is the resolution and frame rate?

The dash cam records at Full HD 1080p (1920x1080) at 30 frames per second. It also supports lower resolutions if needed.

The camera is not turning on. What should I do?

Check that the charger is plugged in and the LED is lit. Try a different USB cable or car socket. If the battery is dead, connect it to power for a few minutes. If still not working, press the reset button with a paperclip.

How do I update the firmware?

Download the latest firmware from the ASUS support website. Copy the file to a formatted MicroSD card, insert it into the camera, and power on. The update will start automatically. Do not turn off the camera during the update.

Is the dash cam waterproof?

No, the ASUS Car Video Reco-SMART is not waterproof. It should be used only inside the vehicle. Keep it away from moisture and high humidity.

USER MANUAL Car Video Reco-SMART ASUS

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Quick Start Guide

E11074 / Revised Edition V2 / November 2015

NOTE:

- The screenshots in this Quick Start Guide are for reference only.

Hardware

Installing / removing the microSD card

To install the microSD card:

1. Insert the microSD card into the card slot with its gold-plated contacts facing towards the front of your RECO Smart Cam.
2. Push the microSD card into the slot until it clicks in place.

To remove the microSD card:

Press the microSD card to eject, then pull it out.

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IMPORTANT!

- For first time use of your RECO Smart Cam and to ensure the best video saving quality, format a Class 10 microSD card to FAT32.

- Do not remove the microSD card during recording. Doing so may damage your RECO Smart Cam.

Turning your RECO Smart Cam on/off

• To manually turn your RECO Smart Cam on, press the Power/Wi-Fi button and the Wi-Fi function gets activated automatically when your RECO Smart Cam turns on.
• To manually turn your RECO Smart Cam off, press the Power/Wi-Fi button for about three (3) seconds, then release it when you hear a beeping sound.

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IMPORTANT!

• The Wi-Fi function gets activated in about 40 seconds after turning your RECO Smart Cam on.
• Before connecting your RECO Smart Cam and mobile device, ensure that the Wi-Fi LED is solid blue indicating that Wi-Fi is on.

NOTES:

• When the Auto Record function is enabled, your RECO Smart Cam starts recording automatically in about five (5) seconds after turning it on.
• For details on Auto Record and other functions, refer to the section Settings.
• To save power, press the Power/Wi-Fi button to disable the Wi-Fi function.
• In car mode, your RECO Smart Cam overwrites the oldest recorded files when your microSD card is full.
• In portable mode, your RECO Smart Cam stops recording when your microSD card is full.

Installing ASUS RECO app on your mobile device

Do any of these three methods to download and install ASUS RECO app:

- Place your NFC-enabled Android mobile device on the NFC sensor of your RECO Smart Cam to download ASUS RECO and install it on your mobile device.

- Scan the QR code for your Android or iOS mobile device to download and install ASUS RECO.

iOS

Android

- Download ASUS RECO from App Store or Google Play Store and install it on your mobile device.

Connecting your mobile device

1. Turn on your RECO Smart Cam. The Wi-Fi function starts in 40 seconds after turning it on.
2. Turn on the Wi-Fi function of your mobile device.
3. From the list of networks, tap ASUS RECO (default SSID).
4. Enter the default password (1234567890) and tap Join (for iOS device) or Connect (Android device).

NOTE: You can change the network name (SSID) and password from the Settings screen of your mobile device.

Connecting your RECO Smart Cam

1. Connect your USB cable to the micro USB port of your RECO Smart Cam.

2. Plug the other end of your USB cable to the dual USB car charger 1A port.

3. Place the power cord along the windshield ceiling and front pillar of your vehicle, then secure it in place with the self-adhesive clips.

NOTES:

• Your RECO Smart Cam comes with a dual car charger with 1A and 2.1A output, which makes it easier to power on and charge other electronic devices at the same time.
• Disconnect your car charger when the engine is off.
• Use only the power adapter that came with your RECO Smart Cam. Using a different car charger may damage your RECO Smart Cam.

Registering for your free 500GB ASUS WebStorage

Register your RECO Smart Cam on ASUS WebStorage to get a free 500GB cloud storage for a year.

1. Locate the Serial number and Check number on the packaging box of your RECO Smart Cam.

1. Go to http://asuswebstorage.com/navigate/car.
2. Enter the Serial number and Check number, then click Next.
3. Follow the succeeding instructions to complete the registration.

Using ASUS RECO

ASUS RECO is an app that lets you to enjoy live streaming, play videos, or download media files for sharing to your mobile device.

Live streaming

1. From your mobile device, launch ASUS RECO.
2. Tap the Preview tab for live streaming.

Using One Shot

1. From your mobile device, launch ASUS RECO.
2. Tap the Preview tab, then tap One Shot.
3. Tap to capture the photo.
4. Tap the Playback tab check the photos.

Capturing continuous photos

1. From your mobile device, launch ASUS RECO.
2. Tap the Preview tab, then tap Photo Burst.
3. Tap ● to continuously capture photos.
4. Tap the Playback tab check the photos.

NOTE: You can change the photo burst frequency in the Settings tab.

Capturing time-lapse photos

1. From your mobile device, launch ASUS RECO.
2. Tap the Preview tab, then tap Time Lapse.
3. Tap to capture photos. Tap to stop time-lapse.
4. Tap the Playback tab check the photos.

NOTE: You can change the time lapse frequency in the Settings tab.

Recording videos

1. From your mobile device, launch ASUS RECO.
2. Tap the Preview tab, then tap Record Video. Tap to start recording. Tap to stop recording.

Playing videos or viewing photos

1. From your mobile device, launch ASUS RECO.
2. Tap the Playback tab, then tap Video or Photo. You can get the file list from the RECO Smart Cam microSD card.
3. Select the video or photo that you want to play or view.
4. Tap the screen to pause the video playback. Tap the screen again to resume the video playback.

Sharing files to social media

1. From your mobile device, launch ASUS RECO.
2. Tap the Playback tab, then tap Video or Photo.
   3 Select the video or photo that you want to share.
3. Tap 🤨 to download the file to your mobile device.
4. Tap Low Resolution (Quick) or High Resolution. Tap Cancel to go back to your playlist.
   6.TaptheMobile tab, then tap media.
   to share your files to social

Deleting files

1. From your mobile device, launch ASUS RECO.
2. Tap the Playback tab, then tap Video or Photo.
3. Tap 📋 on the file you want to delete.
4. Tap Delete on the confirmation message.

Settings

FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
Video Resolution Sets the video resolution. Available options: 1920x1080@30f; 1280x720@30fNOTE: Default resolution for One Photo, Time Lapse, and Photo Burst is 1920x1080.
Ultra Wide Angle Mode	When enabled, this function can record videos at 150 degrees.When disabled, this function can record videos without distortion.
Photo Burst Frequency	Specifies the number of continuous shots per second. Available options: 5p/1s; 10p/1s; 30p/1s
Time Lapse Frequency	Selects the interval options when capturing photos using Lapse mode.Available options: 1p/5s; 1p/30s; 1p/m
Emergency Contacts Sends an emergency message* to your emergency contact listed.NOTE: * Your mobile device will be charged for this message.

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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

Text Message Lets you edit the emergency message.

Auto Backup Activates the Auto Backup function. The recorded emergency file is downloaded to your mobile device and uploaded to the cloud automatically.NOTES:Ensure that your mobile phone is connected to 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi network.On an Android mobile device, the recorded emergency file is downloaded to the device first, then uploaded to the cloud once connected to the Internet.You must be signed in to ASUS WebStorage. The Serial number and Check number are on the packaging box of your RECO Smart Cam. For details, refer to the section Registering for your free 500GB ASUS WebStorage.

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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
Wi-Fi Setting Allows you to configure the network name (SSID) and password settings.Default SSID: ASUS RECODefault Password: 1234567890
Mode	Car mode: Loop recording, emergency recording, and monitor mode functions are available.
	Portable mode: Time lapse, One photo, Photo burst functions are available. In this mode, your RECO Smart Cam stops recording when your microSD card is full.
Image Rotate Auto: The image direction will be adjusted automatically by G-sensor.

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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

Auto Record Automatically starts recording when you start your vehicle. NOTE: Only works in Car mode

Voice Record Turns the microphone on/off.

G-Sensor Sensitivity Sensitivity High/Mid/Low/Off: This function allows you to set the collision intensity level that triggers an emergency recording. Once the specified intensity level is reached, your RECO Smart Cam automatically records the emergency event. You can save up to ten (10) emergency recording files that normal recording cannot overwrite.

Date Stamp Select ON to include a date and time on a video stream. Available options: ON / OFF

Volume Adjusts the volume level

Monitor Mode When this function is enabled and the scene does not change in 60 seconds, your RECO Smart Cam stops recording and enters the standby mode. Once any movement is detected, your RECO Smart Cam automatically starts recording.

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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
EV Adjusts the exposure level
Format SD card Select OK to format the memory card installed on the device.CAUTION! Before formatting the SD card, ensure that you have backed up your files from your SD card.
Battery Status Shows battery status
Factory Default Select OK to reset all settings to factory default settings.
Version Information	Shows the firmware version.

Button functions

STATUS ACTION
Power on Press the Power/Wi-Fi button and the Wi-Fi function is activated automatically.
Power off Press and hold the Power/Wi-Fi button for three (3) seconds until you hear a beeping sound.
Turn Wi-Fi on/off When power is on, press the Power/Wi-Fi button to turn Wi-Fi on/off.
Start/stop recording Press the Record button.
Start emergency recording When the G-Sensor is activated or the Emergency button is pressed during an emergency, the event is recorded immediately and the system automatically saves the event data. You can save up to ten (10) emergency recording files that normal recording cannot overwrite.
Reset to default Simultaneously press the Power/Wi-Fi and Emergency buttons for five (5) seconds.
Force shutdown If the Power off function fails, press and hold the Power/Wi-Fi button for ten (10) seconds.

LED indicators

STATUS ACTION
—Power/Wi-Fi button	Solid white Power on. Wi-Fi is still off.
	Solid blue Power on and Wi-Fi is available. NOTE: The Wi-Fi function starts in about 40 seconds after turning it on.
	LED Off Power off
_Recording/ Snapshot LED	Solid red Recording videos
	Flashing red Red LED flashes every time a photo is taken
	LED Off Standby mode. No video or photo is being recorded or taken.
_Battery LED	Solid green Battery is charging
	Flashing green Flashing green three (3) times for five (5) seconds. Battery is less than 10%.
	Flashing green with a beeping sound	Out of battery power
	LED Off Plugged to a power source: Battery is fully charged. Not plugged to a power source: Battery is more than 10%.

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STATUS ACTION
		Flashing green and red	Firmware UpdateNOTE: An alert sound notifies you when the firmware update is completed.
		Flashing green, red, white, and blue	MicroSD card is not installed.In portable mode.MicroSD card is full. Please save your files, or format the SD card.

Specifications summary

Image sensor SONY COMS Sensor
Video resolution 1920x1080P (30fps) / 1280x720P (30fps)
Lens angle Wide angle lens, FOV 150 degree (Diagonal)
Aperture F/1.8
Battery Built-in 720mAh Li-Polymer battery
App control Android / iOS apps for streaming video and control device
Interface Micro USB 2.0 (Power) / Mini USB (GPS)
Wireless connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
NFC Yes
GPS External (optional)
G-Sensor 3 Axis
File format MP4 (AVC/H.264)
Memory card support 8 GB ~ 32 GB Class 10 microSD card
Operating temperature 0	°C ~ 60°C
Storage temperature -20	°C ~ 70°C
Cloud ASUS WebStorage 500 GB space for one (1) year

Troubleshooting

Where can I download ASUS RECO app?

• For Android mobile devices, you can download the app from Google Play Store
• For iOS mobile devices, you can download the app from App Store 📄.
• In China, you can download the app from Baidu 📁, 360 and Wandoujia

How do I connect my RECO Smart Cam to my mobile device?

1. Turn on your RECO Smart Cam. The Wi-Fi function starts in 40 seconds after turning it on.
2. Turn on the Wi-Fi function of your mobile device.
3. From the list of networks, tap ASUS RECO (default SSID).
4. Enter the default password (1234567890) and tap Join (for iOS device) or Connect (Android device).

How will I know that RECO Smart Cam is recording even without seeing the screen?

The recording LED is solid red during recording.

How do I update the firmware on my RECO Smart Cam?

1. Download the firmware file from the ASUS support site at https://www.asus.com/Car-Electronics/RECO-Smart-Car-and-Portable-Cam/HelpDesk_Download and save the file in a microSD Card.
2. Install the microSD card with the latest firmware file into the microSD card slot of your RECO Smart Cam.
3. Turn on your RECO Smart Cam and the update process runs automatically.
4. Wait until you hear a sound alert, indicating that the firmware update process is completed.

What are the RECO Smart Cam modes?

Upon launching the ASUS RECO app, you will see either of these two icons at the top of the screen:

Car mode: Loop recording, emergency recording, and monitor mode functions are available.

Portable mode: Time lapse, One photo, Photo burst functions are available. In this mode, your RECO Smart Cam stops recording when your microSD card is full.

My RECO Smart Cam did not automatically start recording after I started my vehicle.

• Ensure that your RECO Smart Cam is set to Car mode and Auto Record function is enabled.
• Ensure that you are using the bundled charging cable.
• Check that the Power and Battery LEDs are lighting up. If the LEDs are lighting up but the auto-recording function is still not working, there might be some issues with your RECO Smart Cam. Please contact your local ASUS Support Center.

I cannot find a previously-recorded emergency video file.

Your RECO Smart Cam can save up to ten (10) emergency recording. When the maximum emergency recording limit is reached, the newly-saved recording overwrites the oldest recording.

What is the default mode of my RECO Smart Cam?

The default mode is Car Mode.

What is the range of Monitor Mode?

The range is about ten (10) meters, and the focal length is fixed.

What is the Wi-Fi range?

The range is about ten (10) meters.