How to Connect the Mercedes-Benz E300 Dash Cam to a Phone?

[VonAlessandra]

Download the corresponding app on your phone. Open the phone's WiFi settings, search for the dash cam's WiFi, click to connect, and enter the password. Find the device in the phone app, and you can view the videos after connecting.

[McMax]

From my experience driving a Mercedes E300, I’d like to share how to connect a dash cam to a smartphone. First, check whether the dash cam in your car is factory-installed or aftermarket. Factory-installed ones usually use Mercedes’ own apps, such as Mercedes me or My Mercedes. After starting the car, the dash cam will automatically turn on a Wi-Fi hotspot, which might be named something like MB-Recorder. Then, open the Wi-Fi settings on your phone, find that hotspot, and connect to it by entering the default password (e.g., 12345678—check the manual for confirmation). Next, download the corresponding app, log in to your account, and find the dash cam device in the interface to pair and confirm. The whole process takes just a few minutes, but make sure to do it safely while parked. The connection is more stable when the car is stationary, as driving may cause signal instability and disconnections. Also, a quick tip: regularly check the dash cam’s battery level and plug it into the car’s USB port for charging to avoid battery drain. After a year of use, I found reviewing footage incredibly convenient, especially when retrieving evidence in accidents—it’s been a huge help.

[OArianna]

I've been driving a Mercedes E300 for several years and have tried connecting the dashcam to my phone a few times. Simply put, it's done via WiFi hotspot: start the car to activate the dashcam, which generates a wireless signal, then search and connect to it in your phone's settings by entering the password. My factory-installed dashcam is controlled through the My Mercedes App - after downloading and registering, it syncs with just one tap on the pairing interface. For aftermarket models like Hikvision's, you'll need to download their dedicated app such as iVMS, with similar steps. The key is to park your car before operating to avoid distractions while driving. Once successfully connected, you can view real-time road conditions or playback recordings in the app, which is particularly helpful for checking routes during road trips. I recommend regularly checking for dashcam firmware updates and downloading the latest app version from the official website to improve compatibility. Don't panic if you forget the password - just refer to the vehicle manual or reset the dashcam. After using it several times, you'll find it becomes effortless and extremely convenient.

[OSteven]

As an E300 owner, let me share the steps to connect the dashcam: It's basically a three-step process. First, turn on the vehicle to power up the dashcam and let it generate a WiFi signal. Then, go to your phone's settings and connect to that hotspot, which usually has 'MB' in its name, with the default password being 12345678 or 000000 (check the manual to confirm). Finally, download the Mercedes-Benz app like Mercedes-Benz DriveApp, and set up the device connection. The whole process is quick, and it's most stable to do it when parked. Once connected, you can view the recordings in real-time on your phone, making it convenient to replay incidents.