How to Manually Trigger an Event During Your Trip

How to Manually Trigger an Event During Your Trip

You can manually trigger an event whenever you spot something unusual that you want to make sure it is documented. When you trigger the event, it is sent to the cloud. This included documentation in-cab and road-facing.

To Manually Trigger an Event:

  1. Press the Panic Button on the dash cam. This will record 5 seconds before and after the event.
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    Note
    When the dash cam displays the Enter Pin screen, pressing the button does not trigger an event.

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