MT1

MOTORCYCLE DASH CAMERA

USER MANUAL
The user manual is available on
https://support.viofo.com

V21.9.15 Copyright (c) 2020,VIOFO Ltd, all rights reserved

 Table of Contents Product Overview
Product Overview 2 Standard Items
Standard Items
Product Diagram
Inserting / Removing the Memory Card

Installation 6
Attach the Main Unit
Attach the Remote Control Main Unit Front Camera Rear Camera
Attach the GPS
Installing the Front/Rear Camera
Connecting the Camera Cable
Connecting with Main Unit
Connecting with Power Cable

Operation 11 Remote Control GPS Module Power Cable

Recording
LED Indicators

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VIOFO APP 13

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Download VIOFO APP
Connect VIOFO APP
View the Videos Plastic Mount Metal Mount Card Reader Adapter

System Settings 15 SD
Firmware Upgrade 17
Notice 18
Customer Service 19 VIOFO 32GB
microSD Card

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Product Diagram Remote Control

Main Unit Recording Status LED Microphone

Manual Recording Button

GPS Port
Wi-Fi Button
Wi-Fi Status LED
Power Cable Port
Microphone Remote Control Cable Connect with
Remote Control Port Main Unit Port (Blue Port)
Rear Camera Port Memory Card Slot
GPS Mount
Front Camera Port Reset

Note: The front camera and the rear camera are the same.

Front / Rear Camera GPS Cable Connect with

Main Unit Port (Black Port)

Power Cable
Front / Rear
Camera Lens Ground
Camera Cable Connect Power Cable Connect
with Main Unit Port with Main Unit Port
(Yellow Port) (Red Port)
ACC Power

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Inserting / Removing the Memory Card
Note:
• If you need lager microSD card, you could buy another microSD card with lager
Inserting the memory card storage space. The microSD card must have a UHS-U1/U3 or above rating and the
Make sure the metal contacts on the memory card facing toward the capacity up to 256GB.
VIOFO logo side of the main unit. • We recommend you buy the VIOFO brand memory cards which are manufactured
Ensure the camera is turned off and push the memory card into the card with top-tier MLC NAND flash, making them durable and reliable.
slot until you hear a click. • Please format the card on a computer to the FAT32 file system.
• Formatting will permanently erase any data on the microSD card. For best
performance, format periodically (after backing up any important files).

Warning:
• Please turn off the MT1 before inserting or removing the microSD card.
• Inserting or removing the microSD card while recording may destroy the files.

Installation
SD

Select the appropriate installation locations and follow the instructions to properly install
each part of the product.
Remote control
GPS
Main unit

Removing the memory card

Rear camera
Ensure that the camera is turned off, and then push the edge of the memory Front camera
card with your fingernail. The card will spring out far enough to be removed.

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Attaching the Main Unit Attaching the GPS
Use the Velcro at the bottom of the main unit to attach the main unit to the inner Remove the protective film from the GPS mount, and attach it where it can be used
part of the motorcycle, such as the inside of the seat. easily without obstructing vehicle operation.

Note: Firmly attach the product to the motorcycle to protect from detaching while driving.

Installing the Front / Rear Camera

Attaching the Remote Control
Plastic
Remove the protective film from the remote control, and attach it where it can be
used easily without obstructing vehicle operation.

Note: Wipe the installation surface with a dry cloth. The surface must be grease
Metal
free for the sticky pad to stick firmly.

1. Attach the camera to the mount as 2. Remove the protective film from the
indicated by the horizontal reference mounts and attach them to places
point, and firmly tighten the screws where the cameras can record both
using a wrench. front and rear views.

Note: Two kinds of mounts are provided.

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 Connecting with Main Unit
Reference the connection steps for camera cable to connect with other parts as the
following picture.

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Tips: Install the metal mount

1 Put the metal ring at the middle of the mount base.
2 Insert the camera into the Ω-shaped mount, then put the Ω-shaped mount on the top
of the mount base.
3 Insert the screw from the side that is not protruding as shown and tighten it.

Connecting the Camera Cable

Pin Connecting with Power Cable

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Connect the power cable (Ground, ACC, Power) to the motorcycle key-on wiring.

• Connect Ground (black wire, 0 volts), ACC (blue wire, ignition on) and
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Power (red wire, permanent on) correctly with the motorcycle wiring.
• Ensure the power cable is connected correctly. A wrong connection may do damage to
the dash camera or the motorcycle.
1. Connect the camera cable 2. Disconnect the camera cable
• Professional installation is a must. So, a trained mechanic is suggested.
Please align the arrows on the two ports and pair Rotate the port anticlockwise until
the right pin. Insert the camera cable into the it is loose and unplug it.
camera port of the main unit. Rotate the port
clockwise until it is tight to secure the connection.

Note: Connect with yellow cable of the main unit. The front and the rear camera are the same.

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 File Format Definition
Operation Files recorded by front camera and rear camera are saved separately.

The product turns on automatically and continuous recording starts when you turn on F for the front camera
the ACC (start the engine). To turn off the product, turn off the ACC (stop the engine). 2020_0601_170010_062F.MP4 R for the rear camera
The product will turn off automatically. 2020_0601_170010_063R.MP4

Year Date Time Sequence Number

Recording
The recording includes three modes: loop recording, manual recording, and
emergency recording.
LED Indicators
Loop Recording
1.Insert a microSD card into the camera’s card slot and automatic loop recording
will begin once the camera detects power. Operation Status LED Status
2.Time frame for each video file is 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 10 minutes. The default is 1 minute.
3.When there is insufficient space on the microSD card, loop recording will Power on, not recording Slow flashing red (once per second)
automatically overwrite the oldest files (one by one).
Power on, normal recording Solid red
Manual Recording Manual recording Quick flashing red
Short press the REC button on the remote control to enter the manual recording.
With indicated red LED light quick flashes, the dashcam saves last file and current Wi-Fi on, disconnected Slow flashing blue
file (which is extended by 20s) in manual_rec folder.
Wi-Fi on, connected Solid blue
After the manual video file is saved, the MT1 will automatically switch to loop
recording. Firmware update Slow flashing red first, then quick flashing red.

Emergency Recording 1. An error occurred with the

When the G-sensor is activated by a collision, the current footage will be locked
connection between the front / rear
automatically to avoid being overwritten by loop recording.
camera and the main unit.
2. An error occurred with the Blue + Red (Both flashing)
Recording mode Loop recording Manual recording Emergency recording connection between the memory
card and the main unit.
In the memory card Cont_rec Manual_rec Event_rec 3. No memory cards.

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VIOFO App
Note: The factory Wi-Fi password is 12345678. It can be changed using the VIOFO app.

VIOFO APP will allow live view of cameras and settings adjustable using a smart phone.
Along with the live view, VIOFO APP also has a path to download videos / images directly
to your phone.

Download VIOFO APP

IOS users could download it on the APP store.

Android users could download it on the Google
Play or download APK directly from our official
website https://www.viofo.com/content/13-app.
The app is free for Android devices and IOS Download on the
App Store
GET IT ON
Google Play
devices.
Go to video lists System Settings

Connect VIOFO APP Live View Page

Short press the Wi-Fi button on the remote to enable Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi status will
be maintained the next time you turn it on. SSID of Wi-Fi is VIOFO_MT1_XXXX. View the Videos
Step1 Short press the Wi-Fi button on the remote, then the Wi-Fi Status LED with be View on a computer
flashing blue.
Use the card reader adapter to view the recorded videos on a computer.
Step2 Use the phone to connect MT1 Wi-Fi. When the phone is connected with the Download "dashcam viewer" from this link https://dashcamviewer.com/. Using dashcam
dashcam, the LED lights on the remote shows solid blue. viewer could playback detailed information tracked by GPS on the computer. Or use
Step3 Open VIOFO app and choose "Connect your camera" to use your phone to other media player to playback the video files directly without GPS tracks.
control the dashcam.
Step4 Now you can see the live view of both front and rear cameras. You can change View on a phone
the settings and check the files on the microSD card. Open the VIOFO app, connect with MT1 Wi-Fi to watch and download recorded videos
in the video lists.

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 System Settings

You can set the product features according to your needs and preferences using the • Motion Detection:
VIOFO app. To enter the menu settings, please stop recording first. On / Off. When activated, the camera will start recording if there is movement in front of
the camera. Once the camera does not detect movement for 60 seconds, it stops recording
• Resolution: and returns to “Motion Detection” mode. The camera will record again in the time of
Setting video resolution of footage recorded, detecting a new movement.
Front + Rear Camera: 1920*1080P 30FPS • GPS:
• Live Video Source: Turn on / off GPS logger. A GPS module is used to include the location data in the
Front camera / Rear camera / PIP mode 1 / PIP mode 2. recorded videos. If disabled, your camera will no longer measure your speed and position;
• Loop Recording: Off / 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 10 minutes. nor synchronize the time / date. (Only available when connected with GPS signal) Please
A recording will begin automatically after powering on with a microSD card in the device. use “Dashcam Viewer” to playback videos and to visualize your position.
Each file is recorded up to the set length, with old footage being replaced when • Speed Unit:
microSD card storage is full. Kilometer per hour (KMH), miles per hour (MPH).
• WDR (Wide Dynamic Range): • GPS Info Stamp: Off / All Info. Imprint the GPS information on the recorded video.
On / Off. The dynamic range is the ratio of the brightest portion of the image to the • Date / Time: Set system date / time.
darkest portion of the image. WDR enables the camera to deliver video with a near perfect • Time Zone: Set the current time zone for GPS time and date calibration.
exposure in varying lighting situations. • Date Stamp: On / Off. Imprint the time and date on the recorded video.
• Exposure: • Camera Model Stamp: On / Off. Imprint the camera model on the recorded video.
Adjusting the value of the EV (Exposure Value) properly can create better footage under • Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz. Set it to minimize flickering and banding in the recorded video.
different light sources. It ranges from -2.0 to +2.0. You can adjust the EV for the front and • Image Rotation: Off, Front Only, Rear Only, Both.
rear camera separately. The default is set at 0.0. • Format: The operation will delete all data on the microSD card.
• G-Sensor: Note: Once you format the card, all information will be deleted and unrecoverable. Make
The G-sensor measures shock forces and locks the video recorded at the time. The sure to back up all files that you needed before formatting.
settings from “low to high” determine the amount of force needed to lock the file from • Default Setting: Restore device to factory settings.
being overwritten. We recommend that you set it at low. • Car Number: Imprint the car number on the recorded video.
• Time-lapse Recording: • Custom Text Stamp: Imprint the customize text on the recorded video.
Record video from frames captured at specified time intervals to conserve memory and • Firmware Version: Check the current firmware version of the camera.
reduce the time it takes to review video. The default is off.

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Firmware Upgrade Notice
Follow the instructions on this website to upgrade the firmware: FCC Statement
(https://support.viofo.com/support/solutions/19000101567) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
Note: reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
• Before using a microSD card to upgrade the firmware, formatting the card in the equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
camera is necessary to ensure stable read and write operation. and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
• Do not unplug or power off the camera during a firmware upgrade, it may cause communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
the camera to subsequently fail to boot. particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

Caution:
Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by the manufacturer
could void your authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Shenzhen VIOFO Technology Co., Ltd, declares that this Radio Frequency peripheral is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.

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Customer Service

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