{"product_id":"thinkware-u1000-plus-4k-dash-cam","title":"Thinkware U1000 Plus 4K Cloud Dash Cam (Front + Rear)","description":"\u003csection class=\"dcc-pdp\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcc-pdp-lede\"\u003eThe Thinkware U1000 Plus pairs a true 4K front camera with the fullest cloud feature set in the Thinkware range — live view, geo-fencing, vehicle location and impact alerts — and it's the only model here that can grow to five channels, making it a quiet favourite with tradies and small fleets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the U1000 Plus if the cloud features are the point: parents who want a geo-fence alert when the car leaves the suburb, small-business owners tracking a work vehicle, or anyone who wants to check on a parked car from their phone. The five-channel expansion (via the optional multiplexer) also makes it the base for van, ute-and-trailer and light-fleet builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"dcc-pdp-chips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTradies \u0026amp; vans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall fleet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents \u0026amp; teen drivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4K + cloud value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant radar parking and newer sensors? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thinkware-u3000-4k-dash-cam\"\u003eU3000\u003c\/a\u003e is the step up. Want 2K on both ends instead of 4K front + 1080p rear? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thinkware-q1000-2k-dash-cam\"\u003eQ1000\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros \u0026amp; cons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcc-pdp-pc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcc-pdp-pros\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue 4K front camera with Super Night Vision 3.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFullest cloud suite in the range: live view, geo-fencing, locate vehicle, impact alerts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpandable to 5 channels with the optional multiplexer — rare at any price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports 512GB microSD for serious recording history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwire cable and 64GB card included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e160° rear camera — the widest rear view in the range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcc-pdp-cons\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorth knowing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear camera is 1080p, not 2K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCloud features need a Wi-Fi hotspot in the car (no LTE module option)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadar parking is an optional add-on module, not built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevious-generation STARVIS sensor and Night Vision 3.0 (the U3000 has 4.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA closer look\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it captures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour apprentice takes the ute on a Friday: geo-fencing pings your phone when it leaves the job area, and live view shows you where it is. A car park hit while you're in a meeting: impact notification, then the clip, straight to your phone via the car's hotspot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThinkware Cloud, properly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere most models offer app alerts, the U1000 Plus runs the full Thinkware Cloud suite: remote live view, geo-fencing with entry\/exit alerts, locate-my-vehicle and parked impact notifications with video. It needs an internet connection in the car — a portable hotspot or hotspot-capable device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4K front, wide 1080p rear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8.46MP Sony STARVIS front sensor records genuine 4K at 30fps (or 2K at 60fps), while the 160° rear camera covers more lanes behind you than any other camera in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrows to five channels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the optional multiplexer and the U1000 Plus becomes a multi-camera system — sides of a van, a trailer, a toolbox view. It's the cheapest credible path to a 5-channel setup in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParking protection included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardwire cable is in the box: motion, impact, time-lapse and energy-saving parking modes with battery-voltage cut-off. Add the optional radar module for wake-on-approach recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardwire cable (included — unlocks parking mode):\u003c\/strong\u003e fuse-box install with voltage cut-off; an auto electrician keeps it tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOBD-II harness (easy DIY alternative):\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thinkware-obd-ii-power-cable\"\u003eThinkware OBD-II Power Cable\u003c\/a\u003e enables all parking modes with no wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eiVolt Max battery (EVs \/ long parking):\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thinkware-ivolt-max-battery-pack\"\u003eiVolt Max\u003c\/a\u003e runs parking mode for weeks without touching the car battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"dcc-pdp-acc\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended?\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-endurance microSD (256–512GB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4K files are big; 512GB support is a real advantage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flag\"\u003eRecommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOBD-II power harness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlug-and-play parking mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiVolt Max battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-stay parking protection; EV-friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadar module (U4KRADAR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdds wake-on-approach radar parking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiplexer (MULTMOD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpands the system to 5 channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecording time by card size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"dcc-pdp-rec\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003emicroSD size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. continuous recording\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64GB (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~5 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~10 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e256GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~20 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~40 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcc-pdp-caveat\"\u003eRecording times are estimates only. Real-world figures vary with resolution, bitrate, the number of channels recording, how often parking mode is triggered and your settings. Footage loops (oldest overwritten first) unless saved or protected. Use a high-endurance microSD card rated for continuous recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"dcc-pdp-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront camera\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4K UHD 2160p @ 30fps (or 2K @ 60fps), Sony STARVIS 8.46MP, 135°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear camera\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull HD 1080p @ 30fps, 160°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNight vision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuper Night Vision 3.0, WDR, fail-safe recording\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCloud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThinkware Cloud: live view, geo-fencing, locate vehicle, impact alerts (hotspot required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParking modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotion, Impact, Time Lapse, Energy Saving 2.0, Smart (HWC included); radar via optional module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriver assistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLDWS, FCWS, uFCWS, FVDW; AU safety-camera alerts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWi-Fi, Bluetooth, built-in GPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 5 channels via optional MULTMOD multiplexer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64GB included; supports up to 512GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 12\/24V; supercapacitor; voltage cut-off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-year Australian warranty (TDJ Australia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eU1000 Plus front camera, 1080p rear camera, hardwire cable (HWC), 64GB microSD card, mounts, cable clips, spare adhesive and quick-start guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcc-pdp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat do the cloud features actually need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn internet connection in the car — most owners use a small portable Wi-Fi hotspot or a hotspot-capable device left in the vehicle. With that, you get live view, geo-fencing, locate-vehicle and impact alerts on your phone anywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it really run five cameras?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — with the optional MULTMOD multiplexer you can connect additional cameras for sides, cabin or trailer views. It's a genuinely rare capability and why light fleets pick this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the 1080p rear camera a problem?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor most buyers, no — it's wide (160°) and does the evidential job. If you want 2K behind you, the Q1000 records 2K at both ends; if you want a 2K STARVIS 2 rear, that's the U3000 territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it have radar parking like the U3000?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot built in — radar is available as an optional add-on module. The included hardwire cable covers motion, impact, time-lapse and energy-saving parking out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat warranty applies in Australia?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003e3 years through TDJ Australia on genuine Australian stock, plus your Australian Consumer Law rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe free \u003cstrong\u003eThinkware Dash Cam Link\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eThinkware Cloud\u003c\/strong\u003e apps (iOS and Android) cover setup, playback and remote features. Ask our team for the latest manual and firmware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatch it in action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficial Thinkware video — the U1000 Plus explained, from true 4K clarity to the full Thinkware Cloud suite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:900px;margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9TB4AknOwe8\" title=\"THINKWARE U1000 Plus Dash Cam — 4K Clarity with HDR\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcc-pdp-caveat\" style=\"margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eOfficial product overview — true 4K front recording, wide 160° rear and the full Thinkware Cloud feature set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy from The Dash Cam Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"dcc-pdp-why\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Thinkware stock from an \u003cstrong\u003eauthorised Australian reseller\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003e3-year Australian warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e via TDJ Australia, plus your full rights under Australian Consumer Law\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame-day dispatch\u003c\/strong\u003e on orders placed before 1pm AEST, Monday to Friday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Express Post\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia-wide on orders over $200, tracked with signature on delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonest, expert local support before and after you buy — we only sell dash cams, so we know them inside out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcc-pdp-cta\"\u003eAdd the Thinkware U1000 Plus to your cart for same-day dispatch, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fleet-business\"\u003efleet and business dash cams\u003c\/a\u003e, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thinkware-u3000-4k-dash-cam\"\u003eU3000 with radar\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003etalk to our team\u003c\/a\u003e about multi-camera builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Thinkware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44308448608299,"sku":"U1000D64","price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/5814\/3019\/files\/U1000-PLUS-img-1.jpg?v=1783233287","url":"https:\/\/dashcamco.com.au\/products\/thinkware-u1000-plus-4k-dash-cam","provider":"The Dash Cam Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}