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How to Connect to the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App via Wi-Fi -
A Step-by-Step Guide

If you have a Thinkware Dash Cam with built-in Wi-Fi, Thinkware allows you to connect your device to a smartphone to view your footage and maximize security remotely.

Currently, Thinkware offers different Mobile Applications with its various models: Thinkware Cloud, Thinkware Connected, and Thinkware Dash Cam Link.

In this article, we will show you how to connect to the Thinkware Dash Cam Link, which is compatible with the Thinkware Q1000, F200 PRO, F790, and M1 dash cams.

Note: Wi-Fi will only be available when the dash cam is not recording. If your dash cam is inactive, the Wi-Fi will time out and disconnect. Thinkware models also need the camera to be in normal recording mode, and most may require you to press the Wi-Fi button.

How to Connect to the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App via Wi-Fi for iOS devices

1. Turn on the vehicle's ignition to put your Thinkware dash cam in Continuous Recording Mode.

2. Open the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App on your smartphone. Select ① Dash cam Connection is Required red bar at the bottom, then select your dash cam model.

3. Press the Wi-Fi Button to activate it.

4. You will hear a verbal message from the camera stating: "Connect to a Wi-Fi Network whose name starts with Thinkware"

5. Once you hear the message, select Next.

6. Go to iPhone Settings, then click Wi-Fi.

7. Select the Wi-Fi Network with the name 'Thinkware_xx' (e.g. Thinkware_68)

8. Enter the default password '123456789' and select Join.

9. Confirm 'Thinkware_xx' is connected in the Wi-Fi settings, you will see a checkmark next to the network’s name. If the Thinkware Wi-Fi disconnects or disappears immediately, please consider turning off your data through Airplane mode. If you see a message under the wifi network that states “no internet connection” this is fully normal, and you can proceed.

10. Reopen the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App and you will hear "Connected to a Smartphone".

How to Connect to the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App via Wi-Fi for Android devices

1. Turn on the vehicle's ignition to put your Thinkware dash cam in Continuous Recording Mode.

2. Open the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App on your smartphone. Select: “Dash cam Connection is Required” then select your dash cam model.

3. Press the Wi-Fi Button to activate it.

4. You will hear "Connect to a Wi-Fi Network whose name starts with Thinkware"

5. Once you hear the verbal message, select Next.

6. Go to Phone Settings, then click Wi-Fi.

7. Select the Wi-Fi Network with the name 'Thinkware_xx' (e.g. Thinkware_68)

8. Enter the default password '123456789' and select Join.

9. Reopen the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App and you will hear "Connected to a Smartphone".

How to Connect the Q1000 to the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App via Wi-Fi [iOS]

Unlike other Thinkware dash cams, the Q1000 now supports Bluetooth device pairing to the Thinkware Link App to playback videos and change settings. These instructions apply specifically to the Q1000.

1. Turn on the vehicle's ignition to put your Thinkware dash cam in Continuous Recording Mode.

2. Open the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App on your iPhone. Select the red bar at the bottom that states: “Dash cam Connection is Required “then select Q1000.

3. Hold the Wi-Fi Button icon on the dash cam until the blue LED begins blinking rapidly.

4. Select the "Connection" button in the Thinkware Link App.

5. Select "OK" to allow the dash cam to connect using Bluetooth.

6. Once the bluetooth connection finds the Thinkware Wi-Fi, select "OK" to allow the dash cam to join the Thinkware Wi-Fi.

7. You will hear "Connected to a smartphone." The dash cams blinking blue LED will turn green.

How to Connect the Q1000 to the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App via Wi-Fi [Android]

1. Turn on the vehicle's ignition to put your Thinkware dash cam in Continuous Recording Mode.

2. Open the Thinkware Dash Cam Link App on your smartphone. Select: “Dash cam Connection is Required” then select Q1000.

3. Hold the Wi-Fi button on the dash cam until the blue LED begins blinking rapidly.

4. Select the "Bluetooth Connection" button in the Thinkware Link App.

5. Select "Pair" in the pop-up.

6. Select "Connect" in the pop-up

7. You will hear "Connected to a smartphone." The dash cams blinking blue LED will turn green.

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