4. Position the Dashcam

WARNING: Some countries/regions/jurisdictions have adopted, or may in the future adopt, laws that prohibit objects from being mounted on a vehicle’s windshield or other locations in a vehicle. Always refer to any applicable laws that concern mounting devices on vehicle windshields before choosing a mounting location. You are responsible for complying with such laws, as Lytx, Inc. does not accept responsibility for your failure to do so.

4.1 Regulatory Guidance

For the United Kingdom, refer to the following government guidance:

• MOT inspection manual for private passenger and light commercial vehicles — Section 3: Visibility
• HGV inspection manual
• PSV inspection manual
• Stickers or other items in front and rear windscreens — view to the front and windscreen obscuration

For other countries, validate applicable regulatory guidance as per the safety warnings in this guide. Common regulations include:

• USA: FCC Part 15 rules
• Global: ISO 16505 Regulation for camera monitoring systems
• Europe/Global: UNECE Regulations R046r7e / R125r3e / R167e / GRSG-122-24e / ECE/Trans/WP.29

• Consult vehicle roadworthiness testing center manuals for your country/region/jurisdiction.

   

4.2 Set the Viewing Angles

NOTE: Both the exterior and interior views adjust together. Separate lens adjustments are not supported.

Mount the dashcam on the windscreen in a position that allows both lenses to rotate freely together. This ensures optimal footage from both directions without limiting either lens’s field of view.

1. Verify the vehicle is parked with the parking brake engaged, the ignition on, and all doors closed.

2. Loosen the screw where the mounting bracket meets the dashcam body.

   

3. Press the touchscreen to display the PIN screen. Enter the default PIN 3333, or your own PIN.

   

   • Refer to Set and Manage your Dashcam PIN in the Surfsight Help Center if you need help with your PIN.

4. Select Live View. Use Live View to check the position of both lenses. Toggle between the road-facing and in-cabin views using the arrow keys.

   

5. Position the dashcam and bracket on the windscreen to check the view, without peeling off the mounting tape.
   • The installer’s upper body, or the full view of the driver’s seat, should be in view of the in-cabin lens during positioning to ensure the correct placement for operation.
6. Tighten the screw where the mounting bracket meets the dashcam body once the view is correct. This locks both lenses into position.
7. Mark the edges of the bracket on the windscreen with a non-permanent marker.

4.3 Choose a Mounting Location

For vehicles with a rear-view mirror:

For vehicles without a rear-view mirror:

Select a windscreen location using the zone guide below:

1. Green zone: Recommended mounting area.
2. Yellow zone: Acceptable only if the driver’s full upper body is visible and the dashcam does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road.
3. Red zone: Do not mount here.

When choosing a mounting location, verify that:

• The dashcam does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road.
• The in-cabin lens has a clear, unobstructed view of the driver’s head and torso (not blocked by sun visors or mirrors during normal operation).
• The road-facing lens has a clear view of the road with minimal sky visible.
• The windscreen has minimal curvature at the chosen location.
• Local view-of-the-road regulations are observed.

The driver’s upper body must be in view of the in-cabin lens during operation.

If the dashcam cannot capture the driver’s upper body from its primary position, mount it below the rear-view mirror, as high as possible without obstructing the driver’s view.

Verify that:

• There is a clear view of the road.
• The dashcam does not obstruct the driver’s field of vision.
• The dashcam is within the vehicle’s wiper path so the road-facing lens is not obstructed by rain or snow.
• Nothing in the cab blocks the in-cabin lens (sun visors, blinds, or mirrors).