Everything in view with DVR and rear view camera

If there is a trend for spare parts accessories, it is DVRs. Their use is fully regulated by law in the UK, unlike some European countries. But this does not detract from their popularity - DVRs are very successful in the accessories trade.

In Russia, little extra cameras on the windshield became hugely popular because with the help of these tiny, incorruptible witnesses, the rampant corruption among the police could finally be stopped. What the video recorder captures is recognized in Russian courts. In this country, dash cam footage is at least admissible as evidence.

What is a video recorder?

The word " DVR "consists of the words" dashboard " and " camera ". it very small but powerful camcorders that record almost all the time . The length of the recording depends on the desired quality and size of the memory card .

What works and what doesn't

DVRs record as long as their memory card can fit . As a rule, this 3-6 hours . After this time has elapsed, recording starts again and everything previously recorded is deleted.

From a purely legal point of view, this is doubtful: in fact, it is forbidden to record other road users for hours.

However who will know about it? If you do not distribute it by posting it publicly on a video platform or social network , privately filmed video can certainly be used.

Of course , the dash cam can also be used to record a long trip. However, if the video is then published, it must be edited. This includes making any faces and license plates taken along the way unrecognizable.

In case of an accident DVR can be used as evidence. If it is to be used primarily for this purpose, the recording time should be set as short as possible. An emergency does not occur in half an hour. Thus, the time window in 5 minutes enough to use the DVR's witness function.

However, what is definitely prohibited , so this is an arbitrary record of people. Even if a crime was filmed with its help, the recording from the DVR is not accepted as evidence. It is not possible to simply record and report other road users using the dash cam.

Instead, you risk getting a heavy fine for violating personal rights.

DVR can do more

The DVR does not have to only record . Quality devices are night vision function , for example. This can provide additional safety on poorly lit roads by detecting obstacles in the road ahead of time.

But , it can not replace the headlight , of course. Its use in as a camera for night driving ideal in combination with a head-up display. Thanks to this innovative feature, the image from the dash cam is projected onto the windshield.

Of course , the head-up display can also be perfectly combined with a speedometer or navigation device. This makes the dash cam an interesting add-on feature for a modern and innovative car display panel.

Ideal with rear view camera

Modern cars have a high-strength body for maximum occupant protection. But pillars A, B and C double thickness have their price: they turn windows into almost real loopholes . This is especially true for the rear window.

Especially in heavy SUVs where she becomes crack, through which the driver practically does not see what is happening behind the car. This is where the rear view camera comes in handy. . With this practical and convenient feature, the driver does not even have to turn their head to see the landscape behind the car. Rear view camera display shared with dash cam .

Decent setup for enthusiasts

There are inexpensive solutions for DVRs . For example , attach them to the windshield with a suction cup и connect to cigarette lighter .

The only problem in that such a tangle of cables is not very attractive . So, if you want to equip your car with a dash cam, you need to invest a little more time and patience in the project - it's worth it when everything is installed correctly.

Cables can be hidden under rack covers, door trims or headlining . Manufacturers' kits offer for this detailed installation instructions from the perfect location for your dash cam to the perfect network connection. In professional solutions The DVR is usually connected to a fuse box.

However, connecting the camera for the rear is a problem . Connecting the power is not a problem, as there are plenty of options for connecting a rear view camera in the back. What makes wiring to the front necessary is the signal line to the driver's display.

But there is a smart solution for this: high quality kits come with rear to front wireless signal transmission . The image is simply transmitted via radio or Bluetooth from the rear camera to the front display. These solutions are of course much more expensive. . But they save a lot of work.

Perfect Display

Anyone who uses their smartphone as a navigation device, can tell you something about awkward mobile phone holders. These solutions are cheap, but also not very practical or attractive. Likewise, many DVR displays are not visually appealing at all, especially when they come with a lot of cables.

However, there is a solution , which perfectly combines the rear view camera, dash cam and display: rearview mirror .

This simple component can be replaced a combined device that can do everything: In addition to the normal mirror function, the display mirrors have a split monitor that is invisible when not in use. However, when in use, it becomes correspondingly large and fills the entire rear-view mirror when needed. With this solution, the driver has excellent rear and front visibility .

Those who choose a rear-view mirror with display today have access to particularly convenient solutions: The forward view dash cam is often already installed in the rearview mirrors and a radio connection for the rear camera is also prepared.

If you think something like this costs a fortune, you're in for a surprise: these all-in-one solutions are available for as little as £30. Of course, the quality rises rapidly along with the price you are willing to pay.

Overall, however, upgrading with these extremely practical features is no longer a luxury for millionaires.