RECO Smart Cam - Dash cam ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Dash Cam (Car and Portable)
Brand	ASUS
Model	RECO Smart Cam
Image Sensor	SONY CMOS Sensor
Video Resolution	1920x1080P @ 30fps / 1280x720P @ 30fps
Lens Angle	Wide angle lens, FOV 150° (Diagonal)
Aperture	F/1.8
Battery	Built-in 720mAh Li-Polymer battery
App Control	Android / iOS apps (ASUS RECO) for live streaming and control
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 Storage	ASUS WebStorage 500 GB free for one year
Default Wi-Fi SSID	ASUS RECO
Default Wi-Fi Password	1234567890
Power Supply	Dual USB car charger (1A and 2.1A output)
Modes	Car mode (loop recording, emergency, monitor) / Portable mode (time lapse, photo burst)

Frequently Asked Questions - RECO Smart Cam ASUS

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

Turn on your RECO Smart Cam. Wait about 40 seconds for the Wi-Fi LED to turn solid blue. On your mobile device, go to Wi-Fi settings and select the network ASUS RECO (default SSID). Enter the default password 1234567890 and tap Join (iOS) or Connect (Android).

How do I update the firmware?

Download the firmware file from the ASUS support site and save it to a microSD card. Insert the microSD card into the RECO Smart Cam and turn it on. The update runs automatically. Wait for a sound alert indicating completion.

What are the different modes of the RECO Smart Cam?

The RECO Smart Cam has two modes: Car mode (supports loop recording, emergency recording, and monitor mode) and Portable mode (supports time lapse, one photo, and photo burst). Switch modes in the ASUS RECO app.

How can I tell if the camera is recording?

When recording, the recording/snapshot LED is solid red. If taking photos, the LED flashes red. No LED means standby mode.

How do I change the Wi-Fi name and password?

Open the ASUS RECO app and go to Settings > Wi-Fi Setting. You can change the network name (SSID) and password there. The default SSID is 'ASUS RECO' and password is '1234567890'.

How do I format the microSD card?

In the ASUS RECO app, go to Settings > Format SD card and confirm. Alternatively, you can format on a computer, but using the app ensures proper FAT32 format for optimal recording.

How do I enable Auto Record?

Set your RECO Smart Cam to Car mode in the app. Then go to Settings and enable Auto Record. With this enabled, the camera will start recording about 5 seconds after power on when the vehicle starts.

What is Emergency Recording and how does it work?

Emergency Recording is triggered by the G-Sensor when a collision is detected or by pressing the Emergency button. The camera saves up to 10 emergency files that cannot be overwritten by normal recordings. You can also send an emergency message via the app.

How do I check battery status?

In the ASUS RECO app, go to Settings > Battery Status to see the current battery level. The battery LED on the device also indicates charging (solid green) and low battery (flashing green).

How do I reset the camera to factory defaults?

You can reset via the app: go to Settings > Factory Default and confirm. Alternatively, press and hold the Power/Wi-Fi and Emergency buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds.

USER MANUAL RECO Smart Cam 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.

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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.
5. Tap the Mobile tab, then tap 📋 to share your files to social media.

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.

Installing the Media Player

1. For first-time use of your car camcorder, format a micro SD card on it from Settings > Format > Confirm.
2. Remove the formatted micro SD card from your car camcorder.
3. Insert the formatted micro SD card into a card reader, then connect the card reader to your computer.
4. Click the Removable Disk icon on your computer, then double-click the Media Player's installation file (installation.exe).
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

NOTE: For normal video playback, ensure that K-Lite Codec (.mov codec) is installed on your computer.

1. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

NOTE: For normal video playback, ensure that K-Lite Codec (.mov codec) is installed on your computer.

Reviewing the GPS log

NOTE: * Ensure that your computer is connected to the Internet to be able to review the driving route on the map.

1. Using a USB cable, connect your car camcorder to your computer.
2. On your computer, launch the Media Player.
3. Click the removable disk icon to access your files from your car camcorder.
4. On the Media Player, click the corresponding icon to import a folder/file, and remove a file from your playlist.

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 re	ding, 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%.
		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.

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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.

RECO Smart Cam 錄可攜

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快速使用指南

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注意：

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

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