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== '''<big>Introduction</big>''' ==
== '''<big>Introduction</big>''' ==
In this article the paring steps between the '''Escort TD-BLE''' sensor and the '''Howen MC30''' dashcam will be covered.
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In this article the paring steps between the '''Escort TD-BLE''' sensor and the '''Howen MC30''' dashcam will be covered.  
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== '''<big>TD-BLE configuration</big>''' ==
== '''<big>TD-BLE configuration</big>''' ==
In general, the TD-BLE sensor doesn't require any adjustment in terms of data transmission. The only aspect is, make sure that the sensor's data encryption ('''2''') is disabled, it can be accessed in the Additional settings menu ('''1'''). 
In general, the TD-BLE sensor doesn't require any adjustment in terms of data transmission. The only aspect is, make sure that the sensor's data encryption ('''2''') is disabled, it can be accessed in the '''''Additional settings''''' menu ('''1''').  
 
You can do it via the '''Escort mobile app''' (available on [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ae.esensor.config '''Android'''] and [https://apps.apple.com/ru/app/escort-sensor-configurator/id1483425085?l=en '''iOS'''])


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</gallery>You can do it via the '''Escort mobile app''' (available on [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ae.esensor.config '''Android'''] and [https://apps.apple.com/ru/app/escort-sensor-configurator/id1483425085?l=en '''iOS'''])


== '''<big>Howen MC30 dashcam configuration</big>''' ==
== '''<big>Howen MC30 dashcam configuration</big>''' ==
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Once the dashcam is on, you will hear a short beep sound from it. After that, you will have 3 minutes to connect to the device's WiFi with a smartphone for the further configuration. <u>The WiFi's default password is '''12345678'''</u>.
Once the dashcam is on, you will hear a short beep sound from it. After that, you will have 3 minutes to connect to the device's WiFi with a smartphone for the further configuration. <u>The WiFi's default password is '''12345678'''</u>.


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In the '''iTool''' mobile app tap on the name of a dashcam you need to configure. <u>The default password to access a Howen dascam is '''111111'''</u>.


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In the main menu of the dashcam's settings choose the '''''Config''''' tab ('''1''') where you can find the '''''Network''''' configurations ('''2'''). Once you get there, select the '''''Bluetooth''''' parameters ('''3'''). Tap the '''''Search''''' button ('''4''') for the dashcam to start scanning bluetooth devices nearby
In the '''iTool''' mobile app tap on the name of a dashcam you need to configure. <u>The default password to access a Howen dascam is '''111111'''</u>.<gallery mode="nolines" widths="800" heights="400">
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</gallery>In the main menu of the dashcam's settings choose the '''''Config''''' tab ('''1''') where you can find the '''''Network''''' configurations ('''2'''). Once you get there, select the '''''Bluetooth''''' parameters ('''3'''). Tap the '''''Search''''' button ('''4''') for the dashcam to start scanning bluetooth devices nearby


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Once you see the needed TD-BLE in the Search field, tap on '''''BT''''' button to pair the sensor's data with the dashcam
Once you see the needed TD-BLE in the Search field, tap on '''''BT''''' button to pair the sensor's data with the dashcam


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If the pairing is successful, you will see a corresponding message
If the pairing is successful, you will see a corresponding message


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== '''<big>Data observation in the dashcam's telemetry</big>''' ==
== '''<big>Data observation in the dashcam's telemetry</big>''' ==
To make sure the TD-BLE's fuel level data is recieved by MC30, go to the '''''Status''''' tab ('''1'''), '''''System''''' data ('''2'''). You can find the current fuel level of the sensor ('''4''') in '''''User info''''' ('''3''').  
To make sure the TD-BLE's fuel level data is recieved by MC30, go to the '''''Status''''' tab ('''1'''), '''''System''''' data ('''2'''). You can find the current fuel level of the sensor ('''4''') in '''''User info''''' ('''3''').  


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