Mirror recorder: types, functions, settings
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To improve comfort and convenience, many drivers additionally equip their cars with modern gadgets. One common solution is to install a mirror registrar. In this case, the rear-view mirror and the registrar are combined, all information about the situation on the road is recorded and stored, while visibility is not closed, since the device is installed in place of the standard mirror or put on it.
What is a mirror recorder
A modern solution that combines the functions of a rear-view mirror and a registrar is a registrar mirror. This is very convenient, since during the operation of the recorder, information about the situation on the road is fixed and saved, and the rear-view mirror is used for its intended purpose.
Design
The features of this device are that the registrar is located inside the rear-view mirror housing, and this allows you to combine the functions of both devices. The structure of the registrar's mirror includes the following elements:
- the body;
- main and parking chamber. Depending on the type of connection, the rear camera can be wired or wireless. Its installation is carried out on the rear window, above the license plate or on the bumper;
- rearview mirror;
- registrar;
- monitor;
- memory card;
- battery.
The case contains an electronic filling, as well as a built-in video camera. There is a small display on the front panel. The rest of the front panel is a regular mirror.
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If the device is equipped with a parking camera, then while the car is moving in reverse, the video from it is broadcast on the display. Inside the device there is a built-in battery, which allows it to work for a certain time offline. Also, the registrar has a place to install a memory card, which can be removed at any time and installed in another device.
Working principle and functions
The mirror recorder is a modern gadget and its functions will depend on the electronic filling. Externally, the mirror recorder practically does not differ from the standard mirror, but depending on the equipment, it can have the following functions:
- video recorder. The device can record and store information about the situation on the road. The possibility of cyclic recording allows you to record a new video in place of the old one if there is not enough memory;
- radar detector. The driver will be notified in advance about the presence of cameras and radars on the track;
- GPS navigator. With this function, you can plot a route, and the necessary information is displayed on the screen;The mirror recorder can have the function of a GPS navigator
- parking camera. An additional camera can be installed, which makes parking much more convenient and safer;When reversing, the image from the parking camera is transmitted to the screen
- FM transmitter and TV;Mirror recorder can be used as a regular TV
- telephone. You can make calls from it, and the presence of a microphone and a built-in speaker allows you to replace a Hands free headset;With the help of a mirror recorder, you can make calls, and the presence of a microphone and a built-in speaker allows you to replace a Hands free headset
- rearview mirror.
Manufacturers have managed to combine several useful gadgets in one device that help increase driving comfort and safety.
Video: mirror recorder review
Types of mirror recorders and features of their choice
If we talk about the types of modern mirror registrars, then among themselves they will differ in the available functions, that is, the electronic filling. Simpler and cheaper models have only the registrar function. In expensive options, there may be a function of an anti-radar, a navigator, a parking camera and others. Prices vary from about 1300 to 14 thousand rubles, the main price range is 2-7 thousand rubles.
When buying a registrar mirror, you need to focus on how much money you are willing to spend and what functions such a device should have. Characteristics that you need to pay attention to when choosing a mirror registrar:
- Parameters of the main and parking cameras. The quality of shooting depends on the resolution of the camera. In budget versions, cameras with a resolution of at least 720x480 pixels are installed, and in expensive models - 1920x1080.
- Recording format. Almost all modern devices are designed to work with video files in AVI or MP4 format, so the recorders also work in this format.
- Viewing angle. It is recommended to buy devices with a viewing angle of at least 120°. There are models with a viewing angle from 90 to 160 °.
- monitor diagonal. Usually it is from 2,7 to 5 inches.The screen can be left, right or in the middle, and its diagonal is from 2,7 to 5 inches
- Frame frequency. In order for the video to be produced smoothly, and not jerky, the frame rate must be at least 25 per second.
- Impact sensor. This feature allows you to capture all hits. For example, during your absence in the parking lot, someone hit the car - this will be recorded.
- Parking marking. It appears on the screen when you turn on the rear camera and makes parking much easier.Parking markings make parking much easier
- The presence of a built-in battery, in which case the device can work offline.
- Possibility of high-quality video filming in the dark.
Benefits of mirror recorder:
- versatility. It can be installed on any car model;
- compact dimensions. Since the entire device is located in the rear-view mirror housing, foreign elements and wires do not impair visibility;
- appearance. The design almost does not differ from a simple rear-view mirror, therefore it fits organically into the interior design and does not attract the attention of thieves;The mirror recorder is practically no different from a regular rear-view mirror.
- ease of installation;
- ease of use;
- multifunctionality;
- the presence of an anti-reflective coating. The driver is protected from the possibility of being blinded by the headlights of a car moving behind;
- autonomy, if there is a built-in battery;
- the ability to record at night. To do this, the device must be equipped with infrared illumination;
- reliability of information storage. Since everything is recorded on a MicroSD card, even if the device is seriously damaged, all information is saved;
- the cost. Since the device combines several modern gadgets, its cost will be cheaper than if you buy different devices separately.
Although the mirror recorder has many advantages, like any other device, it has some disadvantages:
- the need to select a device, taking into account the features of fastening a standard mirror;
- in some cars, the rear-view mirror is not fixed very securely, so it may not support the weight of the new design;
- in cheap models, low-quality clips or elastic bands are used for fastening, so there is a possibility of the device disconnecting while driving on our roads;
- if one of the devices in the composition fails, then all other functions stop working.
Despite the presence of some shortcomings, most motorists still speak positively about the registrar mirror, since it is much more convenient to use one device than several.
Mounting Features
Any motorist will be able to install a mirror-registrar independently. If the device has only one camera, then it is enough to install it in place of the standard rear-view mirror using the existing mounts and connect the power. Some models can be fixed on top of an existing mirror. It is a little more difficult to install a device equipped with a rear view camera, but here you can do everything yourself.
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Complete set of the mirror recorder:
- Mirror recorder.
- Mount.
- Rear View Camera.
- Rear view camera mount.
- Wires.
- Power adapter.Included with the mirror recorder is everything you need for its installation.
Installation sequence:
- Fixation of the mirror recorder. The device is mounted on a regular mirror and fixed with rubber mounts. Some models are mounted in place of a standard mirror.
- Rear view camera installation. It is better to install it outside the car so that there is no interference and there is a better view. The case is waterproof, so the camera is usually fixed with mounts above the license plate.Typically, the parking camera is fixed using mounts above the license plate.
- Connection of the registrar. Using a special wire, the device is connected to the cigarette lighter via a USB connector. If it is not possible to connect through the cigarette lighter, then “+” is connected to the ACC terminal of the ignition switch, and “-” - to the “mass” of the car.The mirror recorder can be connected through the cigarette lighter or "+" is connected to the ACC terminal of the ignition switch, and "-" - to the "mass" of the car
- Connecting a parking camera. The camera is connected with a wire to the AV-IN connector.The parking camera is connected with a wire to the AV-IN connector
- Insert a memory card.Insert the memory card into the appropriate slot
If the recorder is installed on a regular mirror, it is obtained at some distance from the windshield. In rainy weather or when the windshield is dirty, the device may focus on the glass and the background will be blurred, so it is necessary that it is constantly clean. In the case of mounting a mirror recorder instead of a regular mirror, the camera is close to the windshield and the image is clear.
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Video: installation of a mirror recorder
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Setting up a mirror registrar
After the mirror recorder is installed and connected, for its normal operation it is necessary to make settings. After the ignition is turned on, the main camera starts working. An image appears on the screen for a while and then disappears. The fact that the recorder is working is signaled by a flashing indicator. When reverse gear is engaged, the parking camera is activated and an image is displayed on the screen.
You can manually configure the necessary parameters; for this, there are command keys at the bottom of the mirror:
- Power button. Responsible for turning on / off the device, as well as for rebooting it.
- Menu button. Used to enter the settings menu.
- Star button. Designed to switch operating modes: video, photo, viewing.
- Buttons "Left", "Right". Used to move forward and backward through the menu items.
- Confirmation of the selected menu item. You can use this button to take a photo and force turn on/off the video recording mode.At the bottom of the mirror-registrar are control buttons
Pressing the "Menu" key allows you to select the parameter of interest. Depending on what needs to be configured, the choice of functions is carried out:
- recording quality and format;
- switching between the main and parking camera;
- video viewing;
- photography mode;
- duration and cyclicity of the recording;
- motion detection mode;
- the quality of the image displayed on the screen.
Information appears on the screen of the mirror recorder indicating the mode in which the device is operating.
Video: setting up a mirror recorder
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Reviews
I liked the DVRs made under the rearview mirror, and the mirror and monitor and DVR 3 in 1.
The mirror looks good, but unfortunately, the image quality is not very good.
The registrar is attached to the native rear-view mirror with two rubber brackets! When driving, the camera does not jump and writes clearly both video and sound! The mirror is now a little larger than the native one, which I consider a plus. Also in the device there is a WDR function, which aligns the illuminated or darkened video! But that's not all, I connected a rear-view camera to the monitor and enjoy the device in full!
Normal recorder for its price. Further on the mirror. Painted over with some kind of blue paint (not a film - I tried to tear it off), darkish, in the evening with a tinted rear window, you have to peer at who is following you.
After my DVR broke down, out of good old habit, I turned to the same well-known Chinese online supermarket. I wanted to find something small and inexpensive, so as not to interfere with the view and not irritate the internal toad. I reviewed a lot of things until I decided that the mirror registrar is the very thing. And the price is more than attractive - 1800 rubles. There were, of course, more, much more expensive options with a radar detector, a navigator, touchscreens, and who knows what else.
Modern gadgets can significantly improve the comfort and safety of traffic. Knowing all the advantages and disadvantages of a mirror recorder, as well as evaluating their financial capabilities, each motorist decides whether he needs such a device or not.