Introduction of 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. 
COMPATIBILITY 
Please refer to the M1 compatibility chart below to make sure it works with your Escort (and Beltronics) radar/laser detector: 

CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 

Escort M1 Dash Cam Specifications

The Escort M1 Dash Cam is a high-performance, feature-rich dash cam designed for a superior driving experience. Key features include:

• Full HD 1080p recording at 30fps
• 1296p Super HD with 1.5x higher resolution than 1080p
• 170° wide-angle lens with 6-layer glass for crisp, clear footage
• G-sensor for automatic incident detection and emergency recording
• Built-in Wi-Fi for easy file transfer and sharing
• Parking mode surveillance with motion detection
• Loop recording for continuous recording and efficient storage management
• Discreet, low-profile design for minimal intrusion
• Supercapacitor for increased temperature resistance

Features

• Wi-Fi Connectivity and M1 App: Effortlessly review, edit, and transfer video files directly from the micro SD card to your smartphone using the Escort M1 App. For setup instructions, refer to the "Downloading the M1 App" and "Connecting to Wi-Fi" sections in the manual.

• 1080P Full HD Recording: Capture the road ahead in stunning 1080P HD quality, featuring enhanced night vision and a Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) that optimizes video clarity under various lighting conditions.

• 160° Ultra Wide Viewing Angle: Enjoy a comprehensive view of your surroundings with minimal edge distortion, ensuring crucial details are captured during every journey.

• Continuous Loop Recording: Video footage is stored in 1, 2, or 3-minute clips. As the memory card reaches capacity, the oldest clips are automatically deleted to accommodate new recordings.

• Emergency Recording: Protect important clips from being overwritten either manually by pressing the Power/Emergency Recording button or automatically when an impact is detected.

• G-Sensor: This 3-axis accelerometer detects sudden movements such as accelerations, stops, and collisions, automatically safeguarding related footage.

• Space-Saving Installation: The M1 dash cam mounts directly onto your Escort or Beltronics radar/laser detector, enabling automatic recording start-up and shutdown without complex configurations—refer to the Installation Guide for more details.

• Ready to Use: The camera comes equipped with a 16GB micro SD card and a power connector compatible with Escort or Beltronics devices, making it operational right out of the box.

• Built-in Microphone: Record audio along with video, with the option to toggle the microphone off via the M1 App based on user preference.

• Auto Record and Power Management: The device powers on and begins recording as soon as it is plugged in and automatically shuts down when disconnected, ensuring that all footage is safely captured and preserved.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 

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.
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.

Installation of the M1 to your Detector’s 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.
4. Mount the Camera Mount Arm and washers onto the (D) 45mm M1 Bolt and tighten with H Sticky Cup Mount Thumb Screw.

Note: Be careful not to lose the flat washer that came with your detector. Also, save the carriage bolt that came with your detector. You will need this if you decide to use the detector alone without the M1 camera in the future. 

Mounting the Sticky Suction Cup in your vehicle and adjusting the detector and M1 angles

1. Remove the backing from the Sticky Cup mount, if not already removed.
2. Make sure the M1 is centered on your windshield and not the detector. This will ensure a symmetrical recording view to capture both edges of the windshield. Remember to mount the detector and the M1 away from windshield wipers and heavily tinted areas that might obstruct the radar antenna, laser and camera lenses.
3. Firmly press the Sticky Cup onto windshield and flip the locking clamp to secure.
4. Slide the detector onto the mounting bracket until it’s fully engaged. If you have the magnet type mount, the magnet inside holds the detector in place.
5. Loosen the H○  Sticky Cup Mount Thumb Screw to adjust the detector mounting angle. For optimum detection and performance, mount the detector level and high enough to provide clear view of the road from front and rear. Once the detector is properly adjusted, tighten the ○H Sticky Cup Mount Thumb Screw to secure the detector.
6. Next, loosen the C○  Camera Mount Thumb Screw and adjust the camera to be level with the detector and retighten the screw.

Connecting Power to your M1 dash cam and Detector

1. Connect the pigtail RJ-11 power cord coming out from the M1 to your Detector.
2. Plug your Detector’s SmartCord into the RJ-11 receptacle on the M1 and connect the cigarette lighter plug to the 12V power outlet of your vehicle.
3. Turn the ignition key ON and both the Detector and M1 will power up and become operational.

Escort M1 Dash Cam Description

The Escort M1 Dash Cam offers an unmatched blend of high-quality recording, advanced features, and user-friendly design. Ideal for capturing every moment of your drive, this dash cam provides stunning Full HD or Super HD video and a wide viewing angle, ensuring every detail is captured. With built-in Wi-Fi, you can easily transfer and share footage, while the G-sensor and parking mode features help protect your vehicle when parked. The low-profile design and supercapacitor make this dash cam a reliable, long-lasting, and discreet addition to your vehicle.

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. To remove the card, press firmly on the card to push it further into the slot. There will be a click and the card will pop out on release. Extract the card and replace as necessary by inserting a card into the slot and pressing until it locks in place. This camera is compatible with micro SD memory cards up to 32GB. 
IMPORTANT: Please make sure to format the micro SD memory card within the camera before use. Connect to the M1 App, and select “Format SD Memory Card” under Camera Settings. Class 10 high endurance cards from reputable brands are recommended for constant video recording with a dash cam. 
CONTINUOUS LOOP RECORDING:  Once the memory card is full, the camera will continuously overwrite the oldest video clip recorded.  To protect a clip so that it will not be overwritten, press the Power/Emergency Record Button. 
EMERGENCY RECORDING 
An Emergency Recording is triggered when the Power/Emergency Record Button at the back of the unit is pressed or when the G-Sensor registers an impact. Emergency Recordings create locked video clips that are not overwritten by Continuous Loop Recording. To ensure that important video clip isn’t lost surrounding an incident, adjacent video clips are locked if the incident happens within 30 seconds of the beginning or end of a file. 

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: 

CONTROLS & INDICATORS

DOWNLOADING THE ESCORT M1 APP 

Download the Escort M1 App from the App Store or Google Play and install it on your smartphone. 

CONNECTING THE M1 TO YOUR SMARTPHONE 

Once you have installed the Escort M1 App follow the steps below to connect the M1 to your smartphone: 

Step	Action	Details
1	Connect to M1 Dash Cam using Wi-Fi menu on your smartphone. You can also open the "M1 Dash Cam" App and tap the Wi-Fi icon, which will direct you to Wi-Fi menu setting on your Android smartphone.
2	Find Wi-Fi SSID "Escort M1" and enter the password "12345678."
3	After smartphone Wi-Fi is connected to M1, Escort M1 status turns green.
4	You can stay on this screen to change the setting or access video file. Otherwise, you can click on the "check" button on the top to go to Home Screen.

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 1920x1080 30 Frames per Second 
  • (default) 720P HD 60fps 1280x720 60 Frames per Second 
  • 720P HD 30fps 1280x720 30 Frames per Second 
    Note: Higher resolutions will give you a sharper image but take up more memory on the card. 
• Video Stamp:  This setting allows you to turn the video stamp on/off and set one of the 3 available time stamp formats: 
  • YYYY/MM/DD (Default) 
  • MM/DD/YYYY 
  • DD/MM/YYYY 
• Wide Dynamic Range (WDR):  This setting allows you to turn WDR on or off. When the WDR is turned on (default), your camera will automatically adjust/balance luminance present in the environment through its camera sensor, to avoid underexposure or overexposure. 
• Loop Recording:  This setting allows you to control the duration of each individual video clip on the device. Video clips can be set to durations of 1 minute, 3 minutes, or 5 minutes. In general, shorter clips are preferred because the file size is much more manageable when transferring to a smartphone or a computer for editing. 
• Auto Recording:  This recording allows you to turn Auto Recording on or off. When Auto Recording is turned on (default), your dash cam will automatically power up and start recording when power is supplied. If it is turned off, you must press the Power/Emergency Record Button on the dash cam to start recording. 
• Camera Date/Time:  This setting allows you to set the dash cam date/time via syncing with your smartphone (default) or manually. 
• 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 G- sensor and over time the G-Sensor may lock files due to smaller bumps and the SD card may fill up with protected files. Level 3 is the hardest to activate the G-sensor. 
• Record Audio:  This allows you to record audio together with your video clip when turned on (default). You can also choose to turn it off or to record audio only for emergency video clips.  When set to record only for emergency video clips normal videos will not contain audio but emergency clips (automatic or G-sensor activated) will have  audio included from the start of the event until the end of the emergency clip. 
• Exposure Value:  This setting allows you to adjust the exposure value of the dash cam (default is set at 0.0). Positive number exposure values make the picture brighter while negative numbers make the picture darker. 
• Restore Camera Default Settings:  Resets the dash cam settings to factory defaults. Note that restoring defaults will NOT erase data on your memory card. 
• Format SD Memory Card: This allows you to format the inserted micro SD Card. NOTE: This action will permanently delete all data on the card. It is recommended to format any new card and periodically format existing cards. 

APP SETTINGS 

• Auto Connect on Startup:  When turned on (default), the smartphone will automatically connect to the dash cam whenever the App is launched. 
• File Sorting:  This setting allows you to sort your recorded video clips from Latest to Oldest (default) or Oldest to Latest. 

Escort M1 Dash Cam Setup Guide

1. Mount the dash cam in a location with a clear view of the road using the adhesive mount or suction cup.
2. Connect the power cable to the dash cam and plug it into a 12V power source.
3. Format the memory card in the dash cam settings.
4. Configure the Wi-Fi settings, if desired, and connect to the dash cam using a smartphone or tablet.
5. Customize settings as needed, such as video quality, loop recording, and G-sensor sensitivity.

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. 

DASH CAM SOFTWARE UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS 

• Connect the dash cam to your computer using the included USB to micro USB cable.
• Power on the dash cam and select Connect to Computer using the record/select button.
• The camera will be listed as ESCORT M1 in Windows Explorer.
• Download the update file from www.escortradar.com/ and save it somewhere you will remember it. It will be called FW96658A.bin. Note: You do not need to open this file.
• Copy/paste or drag the update file (FW96658A.bin) into the root directory of the ESCORT M1 folder. Note: the file name must be FW96658A.bin in order to update the firmware.
• Disconnect the dash cam from the computer. The dash cam will turn off.
• Reconnect the dash cam with the USB cable. The dash cam will turn on and automatically update the firmware.
• You will hear several beeps and see the LED flashing red. Once the beeps and flashing stop, the firmware update is complete. The firmware update file will be deleted automatically.

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.
• Make sure the micro SD memory card is properly inserted into the memory card

Pros & Cons about Escort M1 Dash Cam

Pros

• High-quality Full HD and Super HD recording
• Built-in Wi-Fi for easy file transfer and sharing
• Advanced G-sensor and parking mode features
• Discreet, low-profile design
• Supercapacitor for increased temperature resistance

Cons

• No integrated GPS
• Somewhat pricey compared to other dash cams in the market

Customer Reviews and Common Complaints

Most users are satisfied with the Escort M1 Dash Cam's performance, design, and features. The primary complaints are related to the relatively high price point and the lack of integrated GPS, which needs to be purchased separately for speed and location tracking.