Learn how to properly setup your Nexar dash cam in your car.
Mounting Tips
If you are unsure where and how you should stick your dash cam, see our suggestions below:
- For road view cameras, behind and to the right of your rearview mirror works best.
- Wherever you choose to stick the camera, make sure to install it in a place where it will not interfere with the driver’s visibility or safety.
- Do not install the camera on or near where airbags may be present or go off. If you are uncertain of where your vehicle’s airbags are located, contact your vehicle’s manufacturer.
- In order to prevent damage, do not install the camera on a sun control film (i.e. window tint).
Choose the dash cam you want to install in your vehicle.
Installing the Nexar One Add-ons
If you have purchased add-ons for your Nexar One dash cam, you will need to attach them to the main unit.
To install the add-ons:
- Remove the lids on both sides of the main unit. Attach the cabin view camera and +Connectivity add-on. Please attach the +Connectivity add-on to the right-hand side of the dash cam and the cabin view camera on the left-hand side.
- Wait for the dash cam to reboot
- When it recognizes the add-ons, the blinking white light on the main camera will turn blue, blink twice, and then turn solid white
- The Nexar app will show the dash cam’s previews
Attaching the dash cam to the windshield
- Move to the front passenger seat of your vehicle.
- Check Nexar App to see that you have a full, clear view of the road and interior cabin (if applicable).
- Clean the windshield area where you decide to stick the mount.
- Remove the protective film from the camera lens and mount the dash cam..
- Adjust the camera angle, making sure the camera is horizontal and not blocked by anything.
Gently but firmly stick the dash cam to the windshield.
Hiding the cable
Driving with a cable dangling is unpleasant, but there’s a simple solution.
Here’s what you need to do:
- Sit in the passenger seat and with one hand, gently pull down the edge of the ceiling fabric where it meets the sides of the windshield.
- With your other hand, use two fingers or the installation tool to tuck the cable under the ceiling fabric. You can also use the cable clips to attach the cable around the windshield instead.
- Open the passenger side door and insert the cable into the door’s seal from top to bottom.
- Bring the cable behind the glove compartment.
- Lay the remaining cable under the passenger-side floor mat.
- Bring the cable as close to the power socket as possible, and connect the cable to the USB charger provided in the kit.
Please make sure that you are using all the original accessories (cable, mount, and cigarette lighter adapter) provided with your Nexar dash cam. This will ensure the camera is supplied with enough power to operate properly.
Watch this video to know how to install your Nexar One dash cam from start to finish.
Attaching the cable and charger
1. Connect the charging cable to the camera’s POWER port.
2. Install the USB charger in your vehicle’s power socket.
3. Connect the other end of the charging cable to the USB charger’s 1A socket.
Installing the interior facing camera
1. Plug the cable on the interior facing camera into the add-on port of the Nexar dash cam.
2. Place the interior facing camera next to the Nexar dash cam where it will have a good view of the inside your vehicle.
Both cameras automatically start recording after you begin driving. You won't see any indication on the interior facing camera that it’s working, but you can check the camera preview screen on the Nexar app.
Attaching the dash cam to the windshield
- Move to the front passenger seat of your vehicle.
- Check Nexar App to see that you have a full, clear view of the road and interior cabin (if applicable).
- Clean the windshield area where you decide to stick the mount.
- Remove the protective film from the camera lens and mount the dash cam..
- Adjust the camera angle, making sure the camera is horizontal and not blocked by anything.
- Gently but firmly stick the dash cam to the windshield.
Hiding the cables
Driving with cables dangling is unpleasant, but there’s a simple solution. Watch this tutorial to learn how to hide the cable in just a few minutes.
- Sit in the passenger seat
- With one hand, gently pull down part of the ceiling
- With your other hand, use two fingers or the installation tool to insert the cable behind the ceiling fabric - you can use the clips provided if you prefer
- Open the passenger-side door
- Insert the cable into the door’s seal from top to bottom
- Bring the cable behind the glove compartment
- Insert the remaining cable under the passenger-side floor mat
- Bring the cable as close to the power socket as possible, and connect the cable to the USB charger
Installing the cable, mount, and charger
1. Attach the camera to the mount by sliding it sideways onto the rotating head.
2. Plug the mini USB cable from the mount into the camera's power port
3. Plug one end of the long charging cable into the port at the top of the mount and the other end into the USB charger. Plug the USB charger into your car’s power socket
4. Start the car. You should see a green light indicating that the dash cam is on and a blinking blue light indicating it is waiting to be paired with the Nexar app
Attaching the dash cam to the windshield
1. Pick an installation area on your windshield and make sure it’s clean. We recommend placing the dash cam behind the rearview mirror.
2. Remove the sticker from the camera's lens.
3. Remove the mount’s sticker, press it against the windshield and rotate the knob clockwise.
4 . Set the camera’s angle and adjust the screw at the side of the rotating head to secure it in place .
5 .Follow the instructions in the app to pair your phone with the dash cam. Check the camera’s
view in the app.
Hiding the cable
Driving with cables dangling is unpleasant, but there’s a simple solution. Watch this tutorial to learn how to hide the cable in just a few minutes.
- Sit in the passenger seat
- With one hand, gently pull down part of the ceiling
- With your other hand, use two fingers or the installation tool to insert the cable behind the ceiling fabric - you can use the clips provided if you prefer
- Open the passenger-side door
- Insert the cable into the door’s seal from top to bottom
- Bring the cable behind the glove compartment
- Insert the remaining cable under the passenger-side floor mat
- Bring the cable as close to the power socket as possible, and connect the cable to the USB charger
Attaching the dash cam to the windshield
1. Open the app and enable all the necessary settings when prompted.
2. Insert the USB cable into the matching slot on the dash cam's power port
3. Align and attach the two extruded connection inputs on the mount assembly to the camera’s input ports.
4. Firmly apply the suction mount to the windshield and press on the lever to secure suction grip.
Note: Make sure the lever is released before applying to the windshield, for best results.
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5. Remove the sticker from the camera's lens.
6. Attach the USB cable to the USB port in your vehicle
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Hiding the cable
Driving with cables dangling is unpleasant, but there’s a simple solution. Watch this tutorial to learn how to hide the cable in just a few minutes.
- Sit in the passenger seat
- With one hand, gently pull down part of the ceiling
- With your other hand, use two fingers or the installation tool to insert the cable behind the ceiling fabric - you can use the clips provided if you prefer
- Open the passenger-side door
- Insert the cable into the door’s seal from top to bottom
- Bring the cable behind the glove compartment
- Insert the remaining cable under the passenger-side floor mat
- Bring the cable as close to the power socket as possible, and connect the cable to the USB charger
Watch this video to know how to install your NEXC1 dash cam from start to finish.
Installing the mount and cable
1. Insert the USB cable into the matching slot on the dash cam's power port
2. Connect the other end of the charging cable to the USB charger and plug the charger into your car's power socket.
3. Start the car to turn the camera on. The camera will power on when your car is running and power off when you stop your car.
4. Follow the instructions in the app to pair your phone with the dash cam.
Attaching the dash cam to the windshield
1. Move to the front passenger seat of your vehicle.
2. Check Nexar App to see that you have a full, clear view of the road and interior cabin (if applicable).
3. Clean the windshield area where you decide to stick the mount.
4. Remove the protective film from the camera lens and mount the dash cam..
5. Adjust the camera angle, making sure the camera is horizontal and not blocked by anything.
Hiding the cable
Driving with cables dangling is unpleasant, but there’s a simple solution. Watch this tutorial to learn how to hide the cable in just a few minutes.
- Sit in the passenger seat
- With one hand, gently pull down part of the ceiling
- With your other hand, use two fingers or the installation tool to insert the cable behind the ceiling fabric - you can use the clips provided if you prefer
- Open the passenger-side door
- Insert the cable into the door’s seal from top to bottom
- Bring the cable behind the glove compartment
- Insert the remaining cable under the passenger-side floor mat
- Bring the cable as close to the power socket as possible, and connect the cable to the USB charger
Watch this video to know how to install your Nexar One dash cam from start to finish.
Installing the mount and cable
1. Insert the type-c charging mount into the matching slot on the dash cam's power port, as shown below.
2. Connect the other end of the charging cable to the USB charger and plug the charger into your car's power socket.
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3. Start the car to turn the camera on. The camera will power on when your car is running and power off when you stop your car.
4. Follow the instructions in the app to pair your phone with the dash cam.
Attaching the dash cam to the windshield
1. Move to the front passenger seat of your vehicle.
2. Check Nexar App to see that you have a full, clear view of the road and interior cabin (if applicable).
3. Clean the windshield area where you decide to stick the mount.
4. Remove the protective film from the camera lens and mount the dash cam..
5. Adjust the camera angle, making sure the camera is horizontal and not blocked by anything.
Hiding the cable
Driving with cables dangling is unpleasant, but there’s a simple solution. Watch this tutorial to learn how to hide the cable in just a few minutes.
- Sit in the passenger seat
- With one hand, gently pull down part of the ceiling
- With your other hand, use two fingers or the installation tool to insert the cable behind the ceiling fabric - you can use the clips provided if you prefer
- Open the passenger-side door
- Insert the cable into the door’s seal from top to bottom
- Bring the cable behind the glove compartment
- Insert the remaining cable under the passenger-side floor mat
- Bring the cable as close to the power socket as possible, and connect the cable to the USB charger
Watch this video to know how to install your Nexar One dash cam from start to finish.
FAQs
Why does the dash cam need to be connected to the phone?
Keep the camera connected to your phone to enjoy Nexar's powerful safety features including:
- Free collision reconstruction reports
- Automatic detection and recording of dangerous events (such as a hard brake)
- Unlimited video storage on the Nexar Cloud
- View and download videos from your device
Can I use my own charger and SD card?
We recommend using the charger port provided as it has been tested with the dash cam. However, if you want to use your own charger, we recommend using chargers higher than 1amp.
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