How to find or reset your password on the Xiaomi DVR 70mai: way

Video recorders Xiaomi 70mai They've become popular because of a combination of affordable pricing, high-quality photography, and smart features, but many users face a common problem: the device asks for a password when it first connects to an app, when it resets or when it updates its firmware. And standard combinations like 123456 or 000000 don't work, and in this article, we'll look at all the ways you can restore access, from factory passwords to hardware resets.

It is important to understand that the password 70mai It may be required in three cases: when logging into the web interface of the registrar via a browser, when connecting to a mobile application. 70mai (It's called Mi Home for older models, and when you unlock files on your memory card, each scenario requires a different approach. 70mai Pro, 70mai Dash Cam 1S/2S, 70mai Omni and others released from 2020 down 2026 year.

Standard passwords for video recorders 70mai model

The manufacturer sets the factory passwords for the first connections, which depend on the year of release and the series of the device, and the following are proven combinations for popular models:

If your model is not listed in the table, try the universal combinations: admin, password, 70mai123 or xiaomi123. For registrars with Mi Home support (released before 2022), the password from the Xiaomi account to which the device is tied can work.

⚠️ Attention: On models 70mai A800S and newer factory password is absent - instead of it, dynamic authorization is used through QR-Attempts to enter a static password will result in a 5-minute lock.

How to Reset Your Password Through a Mobile App 70mai

If standard passwords don't work, the first step is to use the official app, which works for most models except for the first one. 70mai Omni (alternative method required) Instructions:

1. Remove the Registrar from the list of devices in the application 70mai (if there is one).
2. Restart the DVR: Hold the power button for 10 seconds until you hear the beep.
3. Turn on Wi-Fi on the registrar (wi-fi button or via menu).
4. Connect to the Registrar Network (type name) 70mai_XXXX) phone-on.
5. Launch the application 70mai and select Add the device → Video recorder.
6. Follow the instructions on the screen. At the stage of entering the password, try to leave the field blank or enter 123456.

If the app requests a "confirmation code" instead of a password, it means that the registrar is already linked to another account.

• 🔄 Try to log in to the application under the account to which the device previously connected.
• 📧 Write in support. 70mai (email: support@70mai.com) Serial number (on the box or under the battery).
• 🔧 Perform a hardware reset (described in the next section).

Delete the device from your account

Reboot the registrar

Connect to his Wi-Fi

Update the annex 70mai last-minute

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Hardware password reset (Hard Reset)

If the software methods don't work, it's resetting to factory settings, which deletes all settings, including the password, but doesn't affect the recorded videos on the memory card.

For models with a button RESET (70mai Pro, Dash Cam 1S/2S)

1. Turn off the recorder (hold the power button for 3 seconds).
2. Find the button. RESET (usually near a memory card connector or under the cover).
3. Insert the paperclip into the hole and hold for 15 seconds until the red indicator flashes.
4. Release the button and wait for the reboot (about 30 seconds).

For models without reset button (70mai Omni, A800S)

Use a combination of buttons:

1. Turn on the recorder.
2. Hold the Wi-Fi and Menu buttons for 10 seconds at the same time.
3. After the beep, release the buttons.
4. The device will reboot and reset the settings.

After discharge:

• 🔄 Connect to the registrar via the app as a new device.
• 📁 Check the integrity of files on the memory card (sometimes a reset can damage the last records).
• ⚙️ Set the date/time again – it is critical for correct operation GPS and tagged on video.

⚠️ Attention: On models 70mai A810 And a new hardware reset blocks access to cloud records, and to restore them, you need to log in through the original Xiaomi account to which the registrar was attached.

Resetting password through memory card (alternative method)

For models 70mai Dash Cam 1S/2S and 70mai Pro is a little-known way to reset a memory card through the file system, and it works if the registrar has successfully connected to the application at least once:

• MicroSD cardholder.
• Computer with Windows/macOS.
• Notepad program++ or HEX-editor.

Step-by-step:

1. Remove the memory card from the registrar and connect it to the computer.
2. Open the hidden folder.70mai (If it's not there, it's not going to work).
3. Find the config.ini file and open it in Notepad++.
4. Find the lines: password=Your password is the lock password.=1
5. Replace the lock=1 on lock=0 and save the file.
6. Return the card to the registrar and reload it.

If the config.ini file is missing or the password has not been reset after the changes, try creating a new file with the following content:

[system]


password=




lock=0




version=1.0

⚠️ Warning: Incorrectly editing files on the memory card can lead to the loss of all records. Before starting, copy all data from the microSD to your computer!

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If the registrar does not see the edited card, format it in the file system. FAT32 with a cluster size of 32 KB (through the program) SD Formatter).

Flashing the registrar to remove the password

The last method is flashing the device, which is suitable for power users and requires strict adherence to instructions, and the wrong firmware can turn the recorder into a brick!

You'll need firmware.

• 📁 Official firmware for your model (you can download on the website) 70mai).
• 💾 Empty microSD card (up to 32 GB, formatted in a microSD card) FAT32).
• 🔌 Charged device (at least 50%).

Instructions:

1. Download the archive with the firmware and unpack it.
2. Place the firmware file (usually with the.bin or.fw extension) in the root of the memory card.
3. Rename the file to fwdn.bin (crucial!).
4. Put the card in the recorder turned off.
5. Hold the Menu button and turn on the power. Hold the 10 seconds button until the update starts.
6. Wait until it's finished (the indicator stops flashing). Don't turn off the device!

After flashing:

• 🔄 All settings will be reset to factory, including password.
• 📹 You may need to recalibrate the camera (follow the instructions on the screen).
• ⚠️ Some features (such as voice control) may not work properly – you will need to update through the application.

Standard password from the table

Resetting through the application 70mai

Hardware reset (button) RESET)

Editing files on a memory card

Flip-flashing

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Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to reset a password, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ways to solve them:

• 🔌 "The recorder does not turn on after reset" - check the battery charge (plug in to charge for 30 minutes).If the indicator does not burn, the fuse may have burned (repair required).
• 📶 "I can't connect to the Wi-Fi recorder" - reset the network settings on your phone or try another smartphone. On Android, it sometimes helps to turn off the Smart Choice feature in the Wi-Fi settings.
• 🔒 "The app asks for a confirmation code, but SMS It does not come – the code is sent to an email linked to the account. 70mai. Check the spam folder".
• 📁 "Once reset, the map's videos are lost - files are not deleted, but can be hidden. Use Recuva to recover.

Critical error: if after flashing the registrar issues an error "BOOT ERROR", This means damage to the boot sector. You can't fix this on your own, you need to sell the flash memory in the service center.

How to protect the Registrar from blocking in the future

To avoid password problems in the future, follow these guidelines:

• 🔐 Use a password manager (such as Bitwarden or KeePass) to store your access code.
• 📱 Link the registrar to your Xiaomi account, making it easier to restore access.
• 🚫 Do not use a registrar without a memory card – this can cause file system failures.

For models with cloud storage support (70mai A800S Set up two-factor authentication in your Xiaomi account, which will protect your data even if your device is lost.

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The most reliable way to not lose access to the registrar is to link it to your Xiaomi account and enable synchronization of settings in the cloud.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions