An in-car recorder, dash camera, dashboard camera, digital video recorder (DVR) or more commonly known as in-car camera is a dedicated vehicle camera.
Following a series of high profile cases such as the infamous Bugis Ferrari crash as well as the many impolite drivers with bad habits of reckless lane-cutting or 'wannabe' racers in the KPE, many drivers have taken extra precautionary measures such as installing an in-car camera to minimise the 'damage' on their cars if an accident were to occur.
Benefits of in-car cameras
Installing an in-car camera is for convenience. While smartphones/camcorders could be used in place of an in-car camera, there is the frequent need to setup/maintain the camera.
Most in-car cameras also have a looping video function, where the camera automatically records over the oldest file when the memory card fills up.
More importantly, in-car cameras are durable and most models are designed to survive intense heat from our tropical climate.
An in-car camera is hands-free, turns on automatically and starts recording when it receives power
BlackVue
One of the leading brands in the local market is BlackVue. The brand is manufactured by Pittasoft, one of the biggest manufacturers of in-car camera systems in Korea, known for its superior quality and customer service.
Expertise acquired in IP-based surveillance cameras production helped Pittasoft to become the leading company in the in-car camera market. Since its founding in July 2007, Pittasoft has continuously invested in the development of new products and anchored a firm position in the Korean in-car camera market.
In December 2012, BlackVue introduced WiFi-enabled in-car cameras to keep up with the latest trends and to stay competitive. In addition, BlackVue became the first and only in-car camera to provide full support for Mac, bringing customer satisfaction to a new level.
BlackVue
One of the leading brands in the local market is BlackVue. The brand is manufactured by Pittasoft, one of the biggest manufacturers of in-car camera systems in Korea, known for its superior quality and customer service.
Expertise acquired in IP-based surveillance cameras production helped Pittasoft to become the leading company in the in-car camera market. Since its founding in July 2007, Pittasoft has continuously invested in the development of new products and anchored a firm position in the Korean in-car camera market.
In December 2012, BlackVue introduced WiFi-enabled in-car cameras to keep up with the latest trends and to stay competitive. In addition, BlackVue became the first and only in-car camera to provide full support for Mac, bringing customer satisfaction to a new level.
BlackVue DR550GW-HD 2CH
The camera comes with dual-channel recording with full High Definition capabilities in front at 1920 x 1080 pixels and HD capabilities behind at 1280 x 720 pixels - both channels run at 30 frames per second (fps) with a 137-degree angle.
The front and rear cameras of the DR550GW-HD 2CH are connected by a high quality coaxial cable for safe data transfer between each other.
Video footages from front and rear cameras are also saved as individual files on one micro SD card for easy file management.
More importantly, with WiFi connectivity, users are able to view live recordings wirelessly. There is no longer a need to remove the memory card or for an in-built screen to watch the recorded video. In addition, there is a built-in high-sensitivity GPS system to allow verification of the vehicle's speed and direction data.
A total of three recording modes are available on the DR550GW-HD 2CH - Normal, Event and Parking. The three-axis G-sensor is activated during the event mode, which calculates the G forces involved in an accident. The system will also switch to/from parking mode automatically, doing without the hassle of any manual adjustment.
There is also an upcoming model - DR530W-2CH Lite featuring WiFi and High Definition capabilities in front (128 degree angle) and at the rear (137 degree angle) at 30fps.
Wow! Gadgets is the sole distributor for BlackVue products in Singapore and Malaysia. It is located at 8, Boon Lay Way, #04-02, Tradehub 21 Singapore 609964. For more information on their products, please visit here or www.blackvue.com.sg. Alternatively, you can call 6100 9691 or 8499 6533.
