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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 3 Compatability ............................................................................................................................ 3 M1 Features ............................................................................................................................ 3 Product Service and Support ..........................................
INTRODUCTION Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing Escort M1 dash cam. The Escort M1 provides peace of mind by continuously recording the road in crystal clear, 1080P HD video. Working side-by-side with your Escort (and Beltronics) radar/laser detector, the M1 provides cutting edge features, phenomenal video quality, and ease of use – a perfect companion to enjoying your ride. Please read this User Manual to acquaint yourself with the various features of the Escort M1.
M1 FEATURES Wi-Fi Connectivity to the Escort M1 App – Review or edit video files recorded on the micro SD memory card and transfer to your smartphone via the Escort M1 App. Please refer to the “Downloading the M1 App” and “Connecting to Wi-Fi” section of this manual for details. 1080P Full HD – The Escort M1 records the road ahead in 1080P HD, featuring excellent image quality, enhanced night vision, and wide dynamic range (WDR).
Built-in Microphone - Records audio along with your video. The microphone can easily be toggled off via the M1 App, if you prefer not to record audio. Auto Record and Auto Power Off - As soon as power is applied the M1 turns on and starts recording. When power is removed, the M1 will safely stop recording and shut down.
PRODUCT SERVICE AND SUPPORT To obtain service: 1. Contact ESCORT (1-800-543-1608) to obtain a Return Authorization Number. 2. Properly pack your product and include: your name, complete return address, written description of the problem with your product, daytime telephone number, and a copy of the original proof of purchase or receipt. 3. Label the outside of the package clearly with your Return Authorization Number. 4. Ship the Product prepaid (insured, for your protection) to: ESCORT, Inc.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS I. What’s Included with the Escort M1 A. Lock Washer x 1 B. Standard Washer x 1 C. Camera Mount Arm x 1 D. 45mm M1 Bolt for Sticky Cup Mount x1 E. Escort M1 x 1 Note: Your M1 is pre-mounted on the (C) Camera Mount Arm. II. What to reuse from your Detector Sticky Cup Mount F. Sticky Cup Mount Thumb Screw x 1 G. Sticky Cup Mount x 1 Note: The 45mm M1 Bolt for the Sticky Cup Mount will replace the existing carriage bolt on your detector Sticky Cup Mount.
1) Remove (F) the Sticky Cup Mount Thumb Screw and Flat Washer that came with your detector. 2) Replace the carriage bolt from your detector Sticky Cup Mount with the longer ○E 45mm M1 Bolt. 3) Sandwich the (C) Camera Mount Arm with the (A) Lock Washer and (B) Standard Washer as shown in the image above. H 4) Mount the Camera Mount Arm and washers onto the (D) 45mm M1 Bolt and tighten with ○ Sticky Cup Mount Thumb Screw. Note: Be careful not to lose the flat washer that came with your detector.
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BASIC OPERATION POWERING ON THE DASH CAM When plugged in, the camera will power on and start recording automatically. WARNING! • Do not remove the micro SD memory card while the M1 is on and recording. This will corrupt the video clip that was recording when the card was removed. • Do not insert the micro SD memory card while the M1 is on. Always insert the micro SD memory card while the M1 is off. THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD The device comes with a micro SD memory card.
BUTTONS, STATUS INDICATOR LED, & BUZZER The M1 has a Status Indicator LED and Buzzer to communicate its operational/recording status. Please refer to the details in the table below: 1. CONTROLS & INDICATORS Operation M1 Dash Cam Unit Using M1 Dash Cam inside your vehicle: Power Button Important: Power Button is When the engine starts and not used to turn on the M1 power is supplied to the M1 Dash Cam. Simply connect the Dash Cam, the camera will power cord that came with start recording automatically.
saved, the LED will revert back to recording status with completion. blinking GREEN. LED stays on steady RED for 2 seconds until power is cut Short, single beep will sound. off. newer video clips. Press & hold Power Button for greater than 2 seconds Turns the camera and Wi-Fi OFF. DOWNLOADING THE ESCORT M1 APP Wi-Fi Button Single press of Wi-Fi Button Turns Wi-Fi OFF to conserve battery power on your connected Android or iOS smartphone/tablet.
ESCORT M1 APP SETTINGS The following settings can be changed via the Escort M1 App. CAMERA SETTINGS Video Resolution: This setting allows you to set one of three available video recording resolutions: 1080P Full HD 720P HD 60fps 720P HD 30fps 1920x1080 30 Frames per Second (default) 1280x720 60 Frames per Second 1280x720 30 Frames per Second Note: Higher resolutions will give you a sharper image but take up more memory on the card.
G-Sensor Sensitivity: Your dash cam includes a built in G-Sensor which allows it to determine if the car has been in a collision. If the camera detects a collision, it automatically locks the recording at the time of the accident. You can use this setting to set the sensitivity of the G-Sensor from 1-3 or turn it off. Level 1 is the easiest to activate the Gsensor and over time the G-Sensor may lock files due to smaller bumps and the SD card may fill up with protected files.
CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER The M1 can connect to a computer via the micro USB port located on the back of the unit. A micro USB to USB Type A cable is included for your convenience. Alternatively, you can remove the micro SD Card and plug it directly into a computer (may require an adapter not included). Most video players available on your computer will allow you to playback, edit, and save video files. For example, Microsoft® Windows Media Player™ and Apple® Quick Time™.
TROUBLESHOOTING If your unit is not operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps: • • • • Make sure the power cord to the M1 as well as the pigtail cord from the M1 to the detector are both properly connected. Make sure the socket of your vehicle’s cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion. Make sure the power cord’s cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your cigarette lighter, and the power LED is on.
TRADEMARK ACKNOWDLEGEMENT, WARNINGS, and REGULATORY INFORMATION ©2017 ESCORT Inc. ESCORT®, M1®, and Sticky Cup Mount™ are trademarks of ESCORT, Inc. FCC NOTE: Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s FCC granted authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
