[twitchyzero]

do post where you get your smartphone mount...most of the ones i see don't have cut-out for the camera

[SE3P-T]

What do you use to hold your phone on the window ? I'm using a cheapo mount...I'll post a picture tomorrow


a Nokia windshield mount..

[Paradise240]

do post where you get your smartphone mount...most of the ones i see don't have cut-out for the camera

I got mine off Craigslist for $10 awhile ago. But this is exactly what I have.

Universal Car Mount Stand Holder for Mobile Cell Phone IPhone 4G GPS PDA PSP | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-Car-Mount-Stand-Holder-Mobile-Cell-Phone-IPhone-4G-GPS-PDA-PSP-/320809688445?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4ab1bf5d7d#ht_5109wt_1110)

[Limitless]

Anyone ever worry that these car dvrs will make thieves want to break into your car to get them?

[Gh0stRider]

the cameras are removable

[!Aznboi128]

gonna try using my phone ... see how that works out

[SE3P-T]

Anyone ever worry that these car dvrs will make thieves want to break into your car to get them?

i did worry, but you know what, people might break into your car for no reason too? can't be too much worry. you lock your car, you alarm is on. you did your best already. i got a buddy got break-in couple weeks back, he just lost around 10 dollars change. the thief didn't even bother to take his DVD player and iPod, which is mounted on the dash.

[Cereal Killer]

I recently saw some luxury cars (Mercedes and BMW) with dash cams that were integrated quite well into the space between the rearview mirror and the windshield and, imo, appear to be factory options. Anyone aware of auto-makers including dash cams as options?

[NLY]

Does anyone's BlackVue keeps repeating "Blackvue - for your safe driving" over and over randomly?

Mine does that doesn't record properly, as if I'm missing segments in between.

I tried pulling the power and restarting it but it's going the same thing over and over.

[TOS'd]

^mb try reformating/upgrading firmware?

i turned all the talking and stuff off, found it annoying. havent had any problems with mine really

[Sky_High]

I recently saw some luxury cars (Mercedes and BMW) with dash cams that were integrated quite well into the space between the rearview mirror and the windshield and, imo, appear to be factory options. Anyone aware of auto-makers including dash cams as options?

Are you sure they were dash cam's? Did you see any images?
Chances are it might be one of many many 'camera'/'sensors' mounted on luxury cars now. For example...Mercedes have all those senors and technology that brakes for you if it sense you're too close to the car in front, etc.

[AVS_Racing]

^^ are you sure they aren't just night vision cameras?

[godwin]

Because car data system has limited bandwidth. All those cameras have on board processors (the majority is by a company called MobilEye (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobileye)) that already sensed / processed the video image data usually on sensor (since CMOS has plenty of silicon real estate). You can't just try to solder a video out line.

The sensor on the location you talk about, could be night vision or just the rain/light sensor. Most new MY cars that are 50k would have more than 1 camera.. eg lane departure / blind spot sensors are just CMOS camera sensors.

I recently saw some luxury cars (Mercedes and BMW) with dash cams that were integrated quite well into the space between the rearview mirror and the windshield and, imo, appear to be factory options. Anyone aware of auto-makers including dash cams as options?

[godwin]

You should put the camera on a bench top power supply or better, power the camera in car on from a separate battery power source to see if you can replicate the problem.. Chances are your wiring is loose and experiencing intermittent voltage drops, causing the camera to restart. It depends on the car, if your car's suspension is hard, I won't use wire taps.. Either find a power source you can screw down, or thermal wire strip (http://www.teledyneinterconnect.com/products/stripall/default.asp) a reliable power wire and solder a splice.

Does anyone's BlackVue keeps repeating "Blackvue - for your safe driving" over and over randomly?

Mine does that doesn't record properly, as if I'm missing segments in between.

I tried pulling the power and restarting it but it's going the same thing over and over.

[F30]

I have a GoPro but never mounted it. When I was in Europe last June I gave my buddy the camera to see how it would turn out, quality seemed fine. Now I just have to mount it on my car here (this thread shows that it could be an excellent idea). It snaps on and off, easy to use and is full HD.

Here is the "test" video from when I drove through Wales.
driving in Wales small roads - YouTube

[NLY]

You should put the camera on a bench top power supply or better, power the camera in car on from a separate battery power source to see if you can replicate the problem.. Chances are your wiring is loose and experiencing intermittent voltage drops, causing the camera to restart. It depends on the car, if your car's suspension is hard, I won't use wire taps.. Either find a power source you can screw down, or thermal wire strip (http://www.teledyneinterconnect.com/products/stripall/default.asp) a reliable power wire and solder a splice.

I think that might be the problem, I'm currently using a cigarette lighter splitter for the blackvue and my iPod. The power cable doesn't sit all the way into the splitter opening.

Although, one issue is when power or voltage drops, the blackvue should say "the blackvue is now shutting down." Instead, it seems like it keeps restarting so it doesn't seem like an interminent power issue.

My suspension is pretty stiff as well so the power cable might be jumping around loose, but it's never lost power.

[afro521]

took my car in for service the other day
start at 1:20

VICO0618.AVI - YouTube

[NLY]

^mb try reformating/upgrading firmware?

i turned all the talking and stuff off, found it annoying. havent had any problems with mine really

I tried that first and it still continued happening. Looks like I got the defective piece in the batch.

[sleepywheel]

Does anyone's BlackVue keeps repeating "Blackvue - for your safe driving" over and over randomly?

Mine does that doesn't record properly, as if I'm missing segments in between.

I tried pulling the power and restarting it but it's going the same thing over and over.


That "BlackVue for your safe driving" gets annoying really fast, doesn't it?

Mine started doing that the other day, so I checked the wiring which was ok. Then I deleted all of the recorded video/gps/voice recordings which didn't make any difference. What did work was going into the settings program with the BlackVue viewer installed and rewrote the settings onto the memory card. It's been working fine for the last couple of days.

[NLY]

That "BlackVue for your safe driving" gets annoying really fast, doesn't it?

Mine started doing that the other day, so I checked the wiring which was ok. Then I deleted all of the recorded video/gps/voice recordings which didn't make any difference. What did work was going into the settings program with the BlackVue viewer installed and rewrote the settings onto the memory card. It's been working fine for the last couple of days.

I only use the voice as notification that the camera has started recording. How did you rewrite the settings onto the memory card?

[Cereal Killer]

Are you sure they were dash cam's? Did you see any images?
Chances are it might be one of many many 'camera'/'sensors' mounted on luxury cars now. For example...Mercedes have all those senors and technology that brakes for you if it sense you're too close to the car in front, etc.

^^ are you sure they aren't just night vision cameras?

The sensor on the location you talk about, could be night vision or just the rain/light sensor. Most new MY cars that are 50k would have more than 1 camera.. eg lane departure / blind spot sensors are just CMOS camera sensors.

Hadn't occured to me that they may be sensors but that's probably the case. Thanks for clarifying :)

[TOS'd]

^ you could probably just delete it and go back into options to redo your settings.

Also it makes sense that your BV doesnt shut off, probably because it loses power but regains it right away, like a skip from the power source. Maybe you should remove the splitter for your ipod and just plug the camera in alone. See if the problem still occurs.

[ilvtofu]

took my car in for service the other day
start at 1:20

VICO0618.AVI - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1USKjJR7IM)

It's worse quality than what your eyes can see?
http://cfgfactory.com/images/i/4f2d27b992a2a_tumblr_lvrp8bU9AV1qibz0jo1_500.png

Lol lot boys :fuckthatshit:

BTW video resolution looks super sharp, do you have any night time videos?

EDIT: Nvm found one, shit that's nice!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cs2vIh_V7hU&hd=1&t=12s

[sleepywheel]

I only use the voice as notification that the camera has started recording. How did you rewrite the settings onto the memory card?

Go to settings and click on Save and Close at the bottom of the screen. Change one setting and let it resave everything again.

It seems that the unit doesn't have the capability of remembering your preferences so it read the memory card everytime it starts. Maybe a file on your memory card was corrupted and causes the problem.

[Szeto]

Anyone doing a GB via PM??? I would be interested in ordering 1.

[NLY]

I looked up the issue on google and a lot of people have figured out it might be an issue with the memory card being corrupt.

I'll take your advice and just leave the camera plugged in separately (boo radio) and see what happens. Otherwise I'll have to buy a new memory card.

Thanks for all the input guys :hotbaby:

[TOS'd]

^ you can try reformatting the card alone, plug into computer and reformat via MyComputer. Then it will be a fresh card and you can then put it into the BV so it can be formatted with all the files etc.

[Sky_High]

took my car in for service the other day
start at 1:20

:lawl: you should email the clip to the manager and see what happens.


Which dealership was that? Land Rover of Richmond? Never knew that had those..."off-road" terrain at the back...

[Gh0stRider]

i leave voice confirmation on, that way i know when it starts recording without having to look at the led light.

[TOS'd]

:lawl: you should email the clip to the manager and see what happens.
What the fuck do you expect to happen? Nothing.



Anyway to turn off the gps light without having to turn off gps functionality on the Blackvue?

[optiblue]

What the fuck do you expect to happen? Nothing.



Anyway to turn off the gps light without having to turn off gps functionality on the Blackvue?
I would turn off the GPS functionality. Going to look bad if you're doing even 55 in 50 zones should you choose to use it as evidence.
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[Gh0stRider]

anyone got the Power Magic - Electric Power Controller with the blackvue?

[optiblue]

anyone got the Power Magic - Electric Power Controller with the blackvue?

That thing seems risky. It just drains your battery until it reaches what it thinks is a "safe" level or a certain number of hours. During colder days, it could make the difference between starting or not. I can't believe those $50 dash cams come with a built in battery while this one just has enough juice to power itself down LOL
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[godwin]

Well every electric device drains the battery.. that's just what they are! The question is how long you will leave the car before the next car restart and how much the the extra the blackvue addition drains.

The general comment I have with these devices; no matter if they are for cameras or car-onboard computers eg ITX boards is they only take the cheap / mass production way out.. ie they test voltages only and don't measure amps.

These things usually works like this... they require you to wire a power supply and an ignition switched power source.. so that it can sense when the ignition is On/Off... When the ignition is off and voltage is under or about 11.2-5V.. it starts the timer to shutdown the power socket.

Another thing is it depends on your car.. If your car is a later model say 05+ where bluetooth, usb sockets etc are standard already... there is a good chance one of the power plugs already in the car will do a similar thing eg the USB jack or build in cellphone cradles. I know my newer cars' iphone cradles do voltage sensing to prevent power drain. So check your own car first, before you decide. You might be able to tap an existing powerline to the Blackvue for the same functionality.

That thing seems risky. It just drains your battery until it reaches what it thinks is a "safe" level or a certain number of hours. During colder days, it could make the difference between starting or not. I can't believe those $50 dash cams come with a built in battery while this one just has enough juice to power itself down LOL
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[ZordosZZ]

folks with the blackvue. Has anyone been able to play their recordings with software other the the blackvue? It records in amp4 format but it wont play on the blackvue droid app or reg vid player
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[TOS'd]

They are recorded in .mp4, typical format QuickTime will play back for you. You are also able to play it back on many other programs such as VLC. So you do not need the blackvue software to view your files. But without the program you will not get the maps/fancy information about your drive.

I tried the android app and in my case my HTC DesireZ cannot play back the 1080p video smoothly, it is very choppy. Therefore I don't even bother with that thing.

[Gh0stRider]

vlc works fine.

[CP.AR]

here's a $50 one i bought in Hong Kong

1080p (interpolated....)... auto on-off
not the best but it serves it's purpose

Dashcam Test - YouTube

[optiblue]

here's a $50 one i bought in Hong Kong

1080p (interpolated....)... auto on-off
not the best but it serves it's purpose

Dashcam Test - YouTube (http://youtu.be/sBdkqjEg15E)

Not bad. Got pics of the unit? You need to aim yours more to the passenger side!
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[CP.AR]

looks like this right now - i'll take a better picture when I remount it when I'm home

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/19363180/2012-02-27%2013.41.09.jpg

[red_2]

Looks good

Where in HK can you get this?

maybe ill get my buddy to ship it back to me :alonehappy:

[mb_]

Stopped Cop - YouTube

lolwut :suspicious:

[DsZ24]

Maybe some info popped up on one of those license plates of the cars in the left turn lane. So he was stopped to see if it was worth pulling the car over.

[CP.AR]

Looks good

Where in HK can you get this?

maybe ill get my buddy to ship it back to me :alonehappy:

I got mine in Ap Liu street in SSP... if your friend knows where to get computer parts in HK he will know this place inside and out.

Otherwise, if you don't want to run the risk of getting ripped off go to MK.


I went home and remounted the thing... put it a bit more center.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/404283_10150705074186974_501716973_11432700_107090 9236_n.jpg

from my view.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/424964_10150705073956974_501716973_11432698_123321 0068_n.jpg
what it looks like... mounted in the stock bracket

[|<e|_]

SUNP0839.AVI - YouTube

skip to 1:20.....

[TOS'd]

Doesn't look like you can disable the gps light on the Blackvue. Because gps is always running to collect location and speed. Even if you select it to not display speed on your video file. All that info is stored in those other files with same title as the actual video file to be used within the blackvue software.

[Paradise240]

skip to 1:20.....

:fulloffuck:
It's a good thing that grandpa took awhile to cross the street in this case, otherwise that Suzuki would've been destroyed...Was the other driver texting or something ? Must be blind not to see a red light...

[godwin]

Anything from Ap Liu street is available on dealextreme.com, you don't have to go to HK to get those things.. in fact you will find the same electronics' prices are inflated in HK due to their high rent for retail and storage space.

I got mine in Ap Liu street in SSP... if your friend knows where to get computer parts in HK he will know this place inside and out.

[CP.AR]

Anything from Ap Liu street is available on dealextreme.com, you don't have to go to HK to get those things.. in fact you will find the same electronics' prices are inflated in HK due to their high rent for retail and storage space.

^I'm still cheaper :D

1080P 3MP Wide Angle Car DVR Camcorder w/ 8-LED IR Night Vision / HDMI / TF Slot (2" TFT LCD) - Free Shipping - DealExtreme (http://www.dealextreme.com/p/1080p-3mp-wide-angle-car-dvr-camcorder-w-8-led-ir-night-vision-hdmi-tf-slot-2-tft-lcd-108479)

true though, all the shit i saw there is online :okay:
but hey, it's always nice to see the thing in your hand before you buy it!

[optiblue]

For all you blackvue users, there's a firmware update! Or as they call it "Firamware"

http://www.blackvue.co.kr/en/contents/sub3.asp?mode=view&serboardsort=&page=1&idx=858&search=&searchstr=

[Gh0stRider]

For all you blackvue users, there's a firmware update! Or as they call it "Firamware"

DR400G-HD Firmware V1.038 (02/28/2012) (http://www.blackvue.co.kr/en/contents/sub3.asp?mode=view&serboardsort=&page=1&idx=858&search=&searchstr=)

download link no worky

Duplicate headers received from server
The response from the server contained duplicate headers. This problem is generally the result of a misconfigured website or proxy. Only the website or proxy administrator can fix this issue.

[optiblue]

download link no worky

It worked on my IE! Try this link:

http://www.blackvue.co.kr/en/contents/sub3.asp

[mr_chin]

anyone got the Power Magic - Electric Power Controller with the blackvue?

I think it's kinda pointless since the blackvue only faces the front and all you can record is the front. If it was able to rotate to the driver side window or passenger side, or even inside the car, it would be useful.

That thing seems risky. It just drains your battery until it reaches what it thinks is a "safe" level or a certain number of hours. During colder days, it could make the difference between starting or not. I can't believe those $50 dash cams come with a built in battery while this one just has enough juice to power itself down LOL
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I think the blackvue has enough battery to record even if it's not plugged in. Problem is, there is no button to power it on. Pretty sure there is a battery of some sort inside.

[TOS'd]

I think it's kinda pointless since the blackvue only faces the front and all you can record is the front. If it was able to rotate to the driver side window or passenger side, or even inside the car, it would be useful.



I think the blackvue has enough battery to record even if it's not plugged in. Problem is, there is no button to power it on. Pretty sure there is a battery of some sort inside.

You can rotate the blackvue to show inside/theback of your car.

Also the blackvue apparently only holds enough power after the car is turn off to power itself down properly.

[ZordosZZ]

i hardwired a 3 hole cig port thing behind my glove box to have constant power, plug the dash cam to so it has constant power unless i unplug the actual camera.

forgot to unplug it when i got to work today. car still started up fine after it`s been running for 8hrs. don`t know how bad it is for the battery but it would be good for when you`re out shopping or something.

[metal]

Took about 3 weeks to arrive, but here she is!
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e211/rmetal/YWG/IMG_2477.jpg

[pawdregry4g]

^mine just came in this morning too! It's bigger than I expected

[jtanner_]

^ That's what she saiddddd :fullofwin:

On a serious note though I ordered the same one... it's been about 2 weeks now.

[NLY]

It worked on my IE! Try this link:

Blackvue (http://www.blackvue.co.kr/en/contents/sub3.asp)

both links don't work

I click the file and its


Microsoft VBScript ·±Å¸ÀÓ ¿À·ù ¿À·ù '800a0035'

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/en/common/downloadHIT.asp, ÁÙ 2

I tried chrome & internet explorer

[pawdregry4g]

My recorder is acting kind of strange, for the first few times i connected it to the computer, a usb image showed up on the camera screen and I was able to access the memory card directly from "my computer." But on the third time plugging it in, the usb picture doesn't show up and the computer fails to locate a driver.

I downloaded a driver from a dealextreme user, and it opens up a new program to dl the files from the camera, but it's slow as fuck.
*correction found out that to read from card, you switch the camera to vga mode

[CP.AR]

here's mine at night... I left it at 720P instead of 1080 because frankly.. the increase in detail is minimal
Might want to turn off your speakers since there's this annoying click click click sound

and edit: wow youtube compression sucks bawls

Dash Cam Night Test - YouTube

[spoonek4]

Does anyone's BlackVue keeps repeating "Blackvue - for your safe driving" over and over randomly?

Mine does that doesn't record properly, as if I'm missing segments in between.

I tried pulling the power and restarting it but it's going the same thing over and over.

Same thing here. Tried getting the firmware done & re-format the card. Same thing today keep saying for my safe driving. I had to unplug it coz it's quite annoying. I gotta play around with the setting a little more tomorrow. I have coilovers but very streetable ones so I don't think the coilovers are the cause. Hope it's not the unit or power supply cable.

[optiblue]

both links don't work

I click the file and its



I tried chrome & internet explorer

Don't know what to tell you! It worked fine on my comp and it even works on my iPhone! Try a different comp or I could upload it for you as a last effort!

My blackvue did that safe driving restarting message as well. My cigarette lighter plug was loose.
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[mr_chin]

pop-up/ad blocker causing the link to not work maybe?

[metal]

Took a test video today on the drive to work, quality is decent. Audio is complete crap but I guess it doesn't really matter. Anyone having skipping issues with this camera (you can see it in the vid every few secs). I'm using a class 4 SD card, could this be the problem?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0IpezaPR18&hd=1

[LuHua]

Took a test video today on the drive to work, quality is decent. Audio is complete crap but I guess it doesn't really matter. Anyone having skipping issues with this camera (you can see it in the vid every few secs). I'm using a class 4 SD card, could this be the problem?

I don't think it's the memory card, most sample videos I've seen have that problem, which is why I didn't go with it. The video looks alright apart from that though, considering the price of the unit.

[ilvtofu]

Took about 3 weeks to arrive, but here she is!
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e211/rmetal/YWG/IMG_2477.jpg

Lol I have a spare sitting around BNIB if anyone wants to buy it off me without having to wait. The daytime video on it is good enough but at night it's pretty useless, I guess you can make out shapes... I like the suction cup mount on this better than the other cheap ebay ones though

[exhil]

Took about 3 weeks to arrive, but here she is!
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e211/rmetal/YWG/IMG_2477.jpg

I got the same exact one.
They keep shutting off randomly while the power is still on. I have to keep resetting it to keep them running. Quite annoying. The seller and I tried every possible ways to fix that problem but we couldnt figure it out. It never happened to him and other buyers. Maybe it's just bad luck for me.

yeah Youtube compression sucks. Vimeo is a bit better.

Y U KEEP WALKING WHEN LIGHT TURNS GREEN? on Vimeo

[pawdregry4g]

This is my test video of the same dvr recorder, the quality is abysmal though. Anyone know why?
day test hd.AVI - YouTube

[godwin]

Check your firmware and settings by looking at the crispness of your date/time vs the one above.. it looks like you are recording at a lower resolution.

This is my test video of the same dvr recorder, the quality is abysmal though. Anyone know why?

[godwin]

Try this.. borrow someone's car battery.. hook up your camera and tie it in to the battery (leave the battery in the passenger seat etc).. Do a normal drive, if the camera still powers out, it is the camera's fault... else it is likely to be your wiring.

I got the same exact one.
They keep shutting off randomly while the power is still on. I have to keep resetting it to keep them running. Quite annoying. The seller and I tried every possible ways to fix that problem but we couldnt figure it out. It never happened to him and other buyers. Maybe it's just bad luck for me.

[CP.AR]

This is my test video of the same dvr recorder, the quality is abysmal though. Anyone know why?
day test hd.AVI - YouTube (http://youtu.be/kVh_EhNlNmg)

looks like your camera lens and/or your windshield is dirty

[CRS]

Reposting from Shitty/Dangerous Drivers thread in Spotted.

Just another day in Vancouver Part II - YouTube

There is just so much wrong with what happened that it really requires a second look.

The first time, you think it's going to be another car. Then you realize it isn't the one running the stale yellow but the one that guns it at a red.

Then you watch it the second time and see this very same car slow down and almost come to a complete stop for the yellow and when the light turns red, you notice she is still behind the line. Then half a second later, decides to gun it on a red.

Win.

[pawdregry4g]

Emailed the seller the video, he says it looks like theres a defect with the camera and to return it back to him in china...

[Gh0stRider]

blackvue FTW :D

[tee-tea]

3 in 1 video
PICT0684.AVI - YouTube

[jing]

Finally got off my ass and installed the camera, lol. Tucked the wires so good my gf didn't even know until I pointed it out.

Anyways... is this AP2 any of you guys on here? I swear I see you almost everyday to and from work except we're always going the opposite way. I thought we could get to know each other or something :alone: lol jk, sounds like a missed connection :troll:

http://oi43.tinypic.com/2q9dzpf.jpg

[metal]

Emailed the seller the video, he says it looks like theres a defect with the camera and to return it back to him in china...

Mine was kinda looking like yours today, but I realized that it focuses on even a miniscule amount of dirt or anything on the windshield, so that might have been the issue.

[optiblue]

Reposting from Shitty/Dangerous Drivers thread in Spotted.

Just another day in Vancouver Part II - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7iCbtoPex8)

There is just so much wrong with what happened that it really requires a second look.

The first time, you think it's going to be another car. Then you realize it isn't the one running the stale yellow but the one that guns it at a red.

Then you watch it the second time and see this very same car slow down and almost come to a complete stop for the yellow and when the light turns red, you notice she is still behind the line. Then half a second later, decides to gun it on a red.

Win.

I recorded a few red light runners as well, but this tops the list of being the worst!
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[Impreza]

1080P Car camera,Car DVR similar as DOD F900LHD,Car black box F900 | eBay (http://www.ebay.ca/itm/1080P-Car-camera-Car-DVR-similar-DOD-F900LHD-Car-black-box-F900-/220832947655?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item336aab5dc7#ht_2734wt_1414)

What do you guys think? if it is a f900lhd but rebranded then it is worth it.

[F30]

Is anyone else thinking of doing another group buy for BlackVue DR400G -HD? I'd be interested.

[optiblue]

1080P Car camera,Car DVR similar as DOD F900LHD,Car black box F900 | eBay (http://www.ebay.ca/itm/1080P-Car-camera-Car-DVR-similar-DOD-F900LHD-Car-black-box-F900-/220832947655?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item336aab5dc7#ht_2734wt_1414)

What do you guys think? if it is a f900lhd but rebranded then it is worth it.

It'll be HD, but you're going to unmount that everytime you get out!
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[twitchyzero]

1080P Car camera,Car DVR similar as DOD F900LHD,Car black box F900 | eBay (http://www.ebay.ca/itm/1080P-Car-camera-Car-DVR-similar-DOD-F900LHD-Car-black-box-F900-/220832947655?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item336aab5dc7#ht_2734wt_1414)

What do you guys think? if it is a f900lhd but rebranded then it is worth it.

my dad bought that one from aliexpress for 60ish
it's definitely on the bulkier side...but the quality is good for that pricepoint imo

[MoBettah]

Is anyone else thinking of doing another group buy for BlackVue DR400G -HD? I'd be interested.

+1

Is this the flagship model?

[red_2]

Is anyone else thinking of doing another group buy for BlackVue DR400G -HD? I'd be interested.

I'd be interested in this!:accepted:

[TOS'd]

No GroupBuys allowed btw as per RS rules. But feel free to talk about it in pm/other means of communication.

[mb_]

wtf birds - YouTube

lolwutz

[metal]

Well, that was a short life to my dashcam owning experience. Got my socket set stolen out of my trunk, and dashcam out of my glove box today. First time I've ever left these in the car and ugh.

[donot521]

Can you get blackvue in Vancouver?
If so, where?
Went to all sort electronic stores and found nothing

[godwin]

It is made in Korea and only available online only right now

Can you get blackvue in Vancouver?
If so, where?
Went to all sort electronic stores and found nothing

[F30]

No GroupBuys allowed btw as per RS rules. But feel free to talk about it in pm/other means of communication.

Thanks for the heads up! I searched thread to find out how it was done but came up empty - this explains it.

PM me if interested. We'll go from there.

[124Y]

I just started using my Blackvue for a few days and so far it's been great!

[godwin]

For those who are looking for Blackvue or has a Blackvue.. RFD has a pretty comprehensive thread about it (custom software) and potential groupbuy etc [Merged] The Official BlackVue DR400G-HD Owners Thread - RedFlagDeals.com Forums (http://forums.redflagdeals.com/merged-official-blackvue-dr400g-hd-owners-thread-1147913/) I am not sure GB is worth the hassle considering you can get one for $235ish by yourself on ebay.

[jing]

We got ours for $180... A ~20% savings is worth it imo
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[krazynuck]

I will say that anyone looking to do a purchase of more than 1 unit may be outta luck....when I contacted the same people on ebay that all the RS people bought off he told me no stock until mid Feb....then it was end of Feb....then he jacked up his price $100....so good luck....if anyone can see if they can buy more than one unit at a time that would be news to me (at the price of $180)

also where the RS people bought from before the seller does not sell them anymore

[lgman]

1080P Car camera,Car DVR similar as DOD F900LHD,Car black box F900 | eBay (http://www.ebay.ca/itm/1080P-Car-camera-Car-DVR-similar-DOD-F900LHD-Car-black-box-F900-/220832947655?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item336aab5dc7#ht_2734wt_1414)

What do you guys think? if it is a f900lhd but rebranded then it is worth it.

Been doing a bit of research online thru googling Alibaba, ebay, DX etc.... Most of the cheaper DVRs under $90~ that say full 1080P don't tell you its 15FPS so you're getting choppy video unless you revert back to 720P @ 30FPS

Only ones that have True 1080P @ 30FPS tier (I've seen) is in the $120+ range so be prepared to shell out $$$ for quality.

The one I've been playing around with is the DV808 keychain cam which is a toy but gives an OK 720x480 .Mjpeg (Interlaced if you ask me) but I can't complain much since it was only $12 and the size of an alarm fob. There IS a 720P version for $30 bucks but it still doesn't have the features I want like Loop-recording, Wide Lens and Motion detect, so I Might as well pay for a decent $40-$70 720P H.264 wide-angle dash cam DVR later on.

1080p GPS Car Recorder v1000GS - YouTube

I found this on a VW forum
VWVortex.com - Good Dash-Cam Setup? (http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?5585287-Good-Dash-Cam-Setup&p=75938919)

[Gh0stRider]

For those who are looking for Blackvue or has a Blackvue.. RFD has a pretty comprehensive thread about it (custom software) and potential groupbuy etc [Merged] The Official BlackVue DR400G-HD Owners Thread - RedFlagDeals.com Forums (http://forums.redflagdeals.com/merged-official-blackvue-dr400g-hd-owners-thread-1147913/) I am not sure GB is worth the hassle considering you can get one for $235ish by yourself on ebay.

whats the custom software all about? did you read up on it ?

[godwin]

I think they added Google Map to the mix.

whats the custom software all about? did you read up on it ?

[OTG-ZR2]

I think they added Google Map to the mix.

Google maps opens on a tab if you are reviewing content with the BlackVue software

[jagan323]

There seems to be a lot of options out there. I'm recently looking at investing in one. Do most of you guys hardwire it into the car? I just don't want the power adaptor to hang all over the place. Has anyone spliced some wires? =D

[F30]

I will say that anyone looking to do a purchase of more than 1 unit may be outta luck....when I contacted the same people on ebay that all the RS people bought off he told me no stock until mid Feb....then it was end of Feb....then he jacked up his price $100....so good luck....if anyone can see if they can buy more than one unit at a time that would be news to me (at the price of $180)

also where the RS people bought from before the seller does not sell them anymore

I may have a connection, PM if interested.

[Gh0stRider]

found this

I finally got around to hardwiring my Blackvue camera. I figured I'd take some photos along the way to show the process.

Do-It-Yourself Tutorial: How to Hardwire your BlackVue DR400G-HD Camera

There are a couple methods out there to hardwire your camera. Below are three popular methods, but this tutorial will only cover the last method:

- Hardwire directly to the car battery (This involves abit more work as you would have to feed the wire from within the passenger compartment through the firewall hole and into the engine bay.)
- Tap into your Dome light or cigarette lighter wires (This is the quickest method, but it does involve cutting into your existing wires. For those going this route, you can use a T-tap connector if you don't want to solder)
- Tap into your Fusebox. (Least intrusive)

Tools Needed:
- Phillips Screwdriver
- Multimeter
- Crimping & Wire stripping Tool
- Soldering Iron (OPTIONAL - only required if your barrel connector needs to be wired)

Parts you will need to buy (Total Cost between $3-$7, more if you buy items in bulk):

1 x ATM fuse tap ~$1
- These can be bought from ebay: >>Click Here<< (http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Fuse-Tap-Adaptor-Adapter-Automotive-Atm-Mini-Fuses-Fuse-/220740675423?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item33652b675f#ht_2236wt_1064) (5-pack for $6 shipping incl., I have a couple to spare if anyone in GTA needs)
- Alternatively, you can buy a Dual Fuse Tap from various auto stores or Canadian Tire (~$15). They usually come in a kit with a variety of fuses. >>Sample Image<< (http://i.minus.com/iDupOhliKv2hb.jpg)
- Make sure that your car uses ATM blade fuses, if not, you may need to buy a compatible fuse tap
1 x Female disconnect terminal ~$1
- If you purchased the fuse tap above from the ebay link, a compatible terminal is included already.
1 x Ring or Spade terminal ~$1
- These are to connect your negative (black) wire to the grounding screw next to your fusebox. You will need to check the size of the screw in your car to get a compatible terminal.
1 x Cigarette lighter barrel connector (OPTIONAL) ~$2.50
- If you plan on cutting into the power cable that came with the Blackvue camera, then you don't need this.
- If you buy one of these without wires, you may have to solder on your own wires to it.
- If you can find a cheap extension cable with a barrel connector on one end, you don't need to solder anything.
1 x 10A or less ATM blade fuse (OPTIONAL) ~$1
- You only need this if you plan on using an empty slot in your fusebox, otherwise you can tap into one of the existing fuses.

http://i.minus.com/icFI0I5f7avyU.jpg
I should mention that apart from the fuse tap (A), you can buy the other parts from >>Sayal Electronics<< (http://www.sayal.com/zinc/index.asp)

STEP 1 - Wiring the cigarette lighter barrel connector

If you're cutting directly into the power cable that came with the Blackvue camera, skip to STEP 2
To wire the barrel connector (D), twist open the cap to reveal the copper contacts behind it. Find an extra 1-2 ft cable and solder the one end to this connector. Solder the red wire (Positive) onto the copper tab in the centre, and the black wire (Negative) to the side tab. Follow the diagram below.
http://i.minus.com/i28JaJ7hzPlwN.jpg

STEP 2 - Crimping the terminals

Take the other end of the cable, and make a clean cut. If you're using the existing power cable that came with camera, make sure the cable is long enough to run from behind your rear view mirror to the fuse box before cutting it!
Remove about half an inch of the wire's insulation with your wire stripper.
http://i.minus.com/ibfZxUKOgG8IEo.jpg
Use the crimping tool to attach the Female Disconnect Terminal (B) to the Positive (Red) wire, and the Ring or Spade Terminal (C) to the Negative (Black) wire. If you don't have colour coded cables (like me :P) use your multimeter to check. If you need help using the crimping tool, check out this video >>Click Here<< (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYdToPZ9dxQ). The end result should look like this:

http://i.minus.com/iuxLD1q41981O.jpghttp://i.minus.com/iI7oI5GTH5Pmj.jpg

STEP 3 - Locating a grounding screw, fuse terminal and the load side

This is the part where the multimeter becomes extremely handy.
Locate the Fusebox (Usually directly underneath the steering wheel). There should also be a screw near it where you can attach the negative ground wire (Black) to.
If you can, try to find a pdf maintenance manual online for your car. It will tell you where the Fusebox is located, how to get to it, and also map out the purpose of each fuse in the relay. Usually the panel covering the fusebox will also have a diagram printed on it.
This is what mine looks like, with the grounding screw highlighted in Red:

http://i.minus.com/ibeoCabNzq0bQ2.jpg

Take out your multimeter, set it to "DC" and connect the Black probe to the grounding screw. Then use the Red probe to test each terminal. Notice that there are two tiny metal contacts on each coloured fuse. Place the Red probe on one of them to test for a voltage reading.
If you need the Blackvue to turn on and record only when the car is running, you need to probe the terminals for a voltage reading while the car key is in the ACC position. Otherwise, do the test with everything off.
A live terminal should be one that gives you a little over 12V+ when you probe it.
If you happen to find an empty terminal that gives you a reading, you can go ahead and use that with your ATM blade fuse (E), otherwise, you will need to use one of the terminals that has an existing fuse (10A or less only!).
Your fuse tap (A) will slot into the terminal with the fuse like this:

http://i.minus.com/iV8FAnPc62isc.jpg

Now, before you continue, you need to determine which blade the fuse tap goes onto. The one blade goes into the LOAD side, while the other goes into the POWER side. The fuse tap needs to go with the blade into the LOAD side.
Remove the fuse from the terminal you intend to use, and then, with the Black probe of the multimeter still connected to the grounding screw, use the Red probe to test each slot. The slot that gives you a 12V+ reading is the POWER side, therefore the fuse tap goes into the other slot.

STEP 4 - Putting everything together

If you haven't already, insert the Fuse tap (A) along with the fuse as described in the previous step. Attach the Female disconnect terminal (B) to the tab of the fuse tap sticking out. Use the screwdriver to secure the Ring or Spade terminal (C) to the grounding screw.
Once you're done, it should look like this:

http://i.minus.com/isFA9gVzga7cr.jpg

Tidy up the cables, hook up the BlackVue and you should be good to go!

Hope this tutorial helps!

If I have made any errors, or if there is anything I should add to it, please let me know ;)

[cho]

Finally got off my ass and installed the camera, lol. Tucked the wires so good my gf didn't even know until I pointed it out.

Anyways... is this AP2 any of you guys on here? I swear I see you almost everyday to and from work except we're always going the opposite way. I thought we could get to know each other or something :alone: lol jk, sounds like a missed connection :troll:

http://oi43.tinypic.com/2q9dzpf.jpg

lol everyday when i drive to work on elliott and 54th, a yelow mr2 always passes me on the other side, i use him to gauge if im gonna be late for work or not haha

[FOB Mainlander]

Hi guys, I am new here but have been browsing RS for a while.

I bought a car dvr lately and would like some feedback on the quality.

Below are links of videos with some bad drivers.
Day
http://youtu.be/FVJ3j6CzAqM
http://youtu.be/5lGtZWtXTes
Night
http://youtu.be/tajSuHHu8DI

[XplicitLuder]

anyone know a debadged blue tsx ? had a cam in his window..thought he would be from here , was trying to catch up to him on cariboo rd but he was too fast :alone:

[ilvtofu]

@fob mainlander
looks like the camera is moving side to side a lot in that first video, the quality is okay though

[Gh0stRider]

new firmware for blackvue
DR400G-HD English Firmware V1.039 (04/02/2012) (http://www.blackvue.co.kr/en/common/downloadHIT.asp?downfile=DR400G-HD_v1.039E(2012_0326)_Setup.exe&path=board&idx=868&sort=0)

[spoonek4]

new firmware for blackvue
DR400G-HD English Firmware V1.039 (04/02/2012) (http://www.blackvue.co.kr/en/common/downloadHIT.asp?downfile=DR400G-HD_v1.039E(2012_0326)_Setup.exe&path=board&idx=868&sort=0)

Thanks for your headsup!! :)

[RabidRat]

Potentially NSFW:
BlackVue DR400G HD
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wRIjyihubmA/TpANswdu3XI/AAAAAAAAB1w/vMTziCXCETI/s640/1U-Sexy+DM.png

Looks like I'm getting one of these.. :lol

Anyone try wiring this up to their bike?

[TOS'd]

For people with the Blackvue, and running the latest f/w. Do you still get the "Please check the SD card" error? I have gotten it 3 times in the last 2 days. Come home only to find that i have 8 mins recorded out of xx mins of driving.

Wondering if its the class 6 microsd the device came with that is causing the error. Has anyone purchased a larger/different microsd card and do you/have you encountered the sd card error?


edit: class 6*

[CRS]

For people with the Blackvue, and running the latest f/w. Do you still get the "Please check the SD card" error? I have gotten it 3 times in the last 2 days. Come home only to find that i have 8 mins recorded out of xx mins of driving.

Wondering if its the class 4 microsd the device came with that is causing the error. Has anyone purchased a larger/different microsd card and do you/have you encountered the sd card error?

I think optiblue was having the same problem.

I wonder if it is due to the new firmware.

[optiblue]

For people with the Blackvue, and running the latest f/w. Do you still get the "Please check the SD card" error? I have gotten it 3 times in the last 2 days. Come home only to find that i have 8 mins recorded out of xx mins of driving.

Wondering if its the class 4 microsd the device came with that is causing the error. Has anyone purchased a larger/different microsd card and do you/have you encountered the sd card error?

Yeah, I was getting that message even though I was doing the full overwrite format. I was on the March firmware, currently updated to the recently released firmware and it seems better. I haven't gotten another SD error yet, but the unit refused to do the shut down procedure once. Turning the car on/off again seemed to fix that. I too wonder if it's the class 4 thing. I might try class 10 if someone else says it works better!

[TOS'd]

Mine "crashed" maybe like 4 times today. Going to do another full overwrite format and hopefully its better tomorrow.

[!Aznboi128]

got myself a dr400 super happy so far

[Gh0stRider]

woohoo...finally

[Gh0stRider]

older firmwares if you wanna go back
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/61800828/DR400G-HD_v1.037E(2011_1130)_Setup.exe
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/61800828/DR400G-HD_v1.038E(2012_0228)_Patch_Setup0.exe

[surreyjack604]

I need one of these some asshole backed into my car and fucked up my bumper last month.

looking on ebay right now at blackvue dr-400g whats the difference between the pitasoft 16gb and the 32gb one? both are $350

[snowball]

got myself a dr400 super happy so far

Where'd you get yours from?

[TOS'd]

I need one of these some asshole backed into my car and fucked up my bumper last month.

looking on ebay right now at blackvue dr-400g whats the difference between the pitasoft 16gb and the 32gb one? both are $350

Just a different size microSD card I believe.

[MeowMeow]

Hey guys, im looking in to getting a dash cam soon

my gramma is visiting me from korea, are dash cams from korea reputable in general? Or should i just dig through ebay?

[ilvtofu]

Looks like a lot of the nicer ebay dash cams are from korea

[TOS'd]

BV is from korea.

[MeowMeow]

Is $120 CND reasonable for BV 350?
Or should I get 400 for $230?

[surreyjack604]

Just a different size microSD card I believe.

hmm thanks

Is $120 CND reasonable for BV 350?
Or should I get 400 for $230?

where are u seeing the 400 for $230?

[MeowMeow]

^

부러움ì�„ 사다. Beyond Shopping, ì‹$세계몰 (http://mw.shinsegae.com/mobile/item/itemDetail.jsp?item_id=16466265&shop_id=null&sale_shop_gubun_code=null&ckwhere=daum_mobile)

its in korean. Comes up to 250 ish cnd actually

[FOB Mainlander]

@fob mainlander
looks like the camera is moving side to side a lot in that first video, the quality is okay though

Thanks! The suspension travel is too long on the SUV... :(

[HondaGuy]

HD Digital Video Camera Recorder Portable Car Camcorder 1280x960 products, buy HD Digital Video Camera Recorder Portable Car Camcorder 1280x960 products from alibaba.com (http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/484386900/HD_Digital_Video_Camera_Recorder_Portable.html)

Found a store locally that carries this camcorder for $79.99...
Apparently its 1280x960 HD... Probably simplier than what you guys have but something to start out?

Plugs into 12volt ... Is that how most of yours are like? Thanks!

[trollface]

HD Digital Video Camera Recorder Portable Car Camcorder 1280x960 products, buy HD Digital Video Camera Recorder Portable Car Camcorder 1280x960 products from alibaba.com (http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/484386900/HD_Digital_Video_Camera_Recorder_Portable.html)

Found a store locally that carries this camcorder for $79.99...
Apparently its 1280x960 HD... Probably simplier than what you guys have but something to start out?

Plugs into 12volt ... Is that how most of yours are like? Thanks!

You can get that on Ebay for 30

[CP.AR]

HD Digital Video Camera Recorder Portable Car Camcorder 1280x960 products, buy HD Digital Video Camera Recorder Portable Car Camcorder 1280x960 products from alibaba.com (http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/484386900/HD_Digital_Video_Camera_Recorder_Portable.html)

Found a store locally that carries this camcorder for $79.99...
Apparently its 1280x960 HD... Probably simplier than what you guys have but something to start out?

Plugs into 12volt ... Is that how most of yours are like? Thanks!

this is exactly the one that I have...

[EvoLove]

can you tell us what store please XD (i need one my self)

[HondaGuy]

Sure...green net systems on 1439 kingsway and other location in richmond.

Could amuro ray post a video for reference? The miniscreen showed clear shots but wanna know how it looks transferred onto youtube or computer? Also how much you paid?

[!Aznboi128]

I've gone thru two cheap deal extreme cams and finally cave and got the dr-400. Honestly speaking just paying the little bit more from the start should of been the thought from the start. I wasted 150 bucks or so on the cheap cam that doesn't really give good output and night shots were terrible

[LuHua]

HD Digital Video Camera Recorder Portable Car Camcorder 1280x960 products, buy HD Digital Video Camera Recorder Portable Car Camcorder 1280x960 products from alibaba.com (http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/484386900/HD_Digital_Video_Camera_Recorder_Portable.html)

Found a store locally that carries this camcorder for $79.99...
Apparently its 1280x960 HD... Probably simplier than what you guys have but something to start out?

Plugs into 12volt ... Is that how most of yours are like? Thanks!

Videos on youtube: DVR-P5000 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=DVR-P5000&oq=DVR-P5000&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&gs_nf=1&gs_l=youtube.3...1810.1810.0.4029.1.1.0.0.0.0.745. 745.6-1.1.0.)

It's not true HD, it's upscaled. The video's actually probably something like 640*480, and they upscale it to 1280*960 (You're just looking at low res video on a bigger screen).

[MG1]

here's a $50 one i bought in Hong Kong

1080p (interpolated....)... auto on-off
not the best but it serves it's purpose


So, thinking of getting one of these dash cams. Is the one you have easy to unmount? Also, can I purchase an extra mount so I can install it on another vehicle?

I gather this is the same one you have and the the same that's available at the store on Kingsway?

1080p HD DASH CAMERA (http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rds/ele/2964609240.html)

I like the Black Vue that people are talking about, but if this is good enough, I can use the money I save to buy another one for the rear. Also if it gets stolen, it won't hurt as much as getting an expensive one stolen.

I hope the cam takes decent footage at night, 'cause you never know when you're in a situation like I was on New Year's Eve. My memory is good, but there's nothing like playing back a footage like that on a screen. Shiny, tight, blue dresses, FTW!

[!Aznboi128]

honestly theres not many camera's that can have the same output at night as blackvue

[MG1]

Whoever has one of these for a good price, please PM me details. Thanks. Black Vue or anything decent.

[MeowMeow]

Is it worth getting BV 400 over 350?

[LuHua]

Is it worth getting BV 400 over 350?

It was for me. The DR350 misses out on full HD resolution and GPS; it records at VGA resolution (640*480 vs 1920*1080 for the 400)

[krazynuck]

looks like the 400 is back down to about $220 USD

[MG1]

looks like the 400 is back down to about $220 USD

Cool.......... can you please PM me link? There's a shitload of places that sell the product, but I want to get it from a proven, reliable source.


thanks...........

[Araaadi]

i messaged a bunch of sellers to see how much if we order 10-20 but no good responses yet.

[!Aznboi128]

20120421 185835 Y - YouTube

if you watch in high def and full screen he does that again by the bus

must say I'm impressed with the dr400

[Paradise240]

Got my $30 eBay camera in a few days ago, pretty decent for the price. Only complaint is the audio is shit.

20120421 185835 Y - YouTube

[Araaadi]

I found a seller for $185 each + 100 USD for shipping of up to 20..

[HondaGuy]

Almost sounds like the same, but I was told mine was 180 degree lens....your link says 140? I dunno...

From what I've gathered, its straight suction cup, plugs into 12v socket, buy your own sd card and ready to go. I still like to go check it out and ask more questions from sales guy before purchase.

[TOPEC]

I found a seller for $185 each + 100 USD for shipping of up to 20..

is this for the blackvue? if so im interested, and im sure theres enough people form nasioc to order up 20 units

[korroke]

I recently got this one. Still testing it out :lol
http://www.rec-dvr.com/Products_d7.aspx

[CP.AR]

Sure...green net systems on 1439 kingsway and other location in richmond.

Could amuro ray post a video for reference? The miniscreen showed clear shots but wanna know how it looks transferred onto youtube or computer? Also how much you paid?
Checkthr shitty drivers spotted thread

[CP.AR]

So, thinking of getting one of these dash cams. Is the one you have easy to unmount? Also, can I purchase an extra mount so I can install it on another vehicle?

I gather this is the same one you have and the the same that's available at the store on Kingsway?

1080p HD DASH CAMERA (http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rds/ele/2964609240.html)

I like the Black Vue that people are talking about, but if this is good enough, I can use the money I save to buy another one for the rear. Also if it gets stolen, it won't hurt as much as getting an expensive one stolen.

I hope the cam takes decent footage at night, 'cause you never know when you're in a situation like I was on New Year's Eve. My memory is good, but there's nothing like playing back a footage like that on a screen. Shiny, tight, blue dresses, FTW!

Mine has a clip on suction mount. Its not hard to take off...

[LenovoTurbo]

Got my $30 eBay camera in a few days ago, pretty decent for the price. Only complaint is the audio is shit.

What model is this? Link? lol

Do you leave it on the vehicle? How visible is the unit from outside? lol

[optiblue]

Blackvue 1.040 firmware update April 19, 2012 :)

Blackvue (http://www.blackvue.co.kr/en/main/main.asp)

[MG1]

What model is this? Link? lol

Do you leave it on the vehicle? How visible is the unit from outside? lol

Didn't really notice when I first saw the video, but we know whereabouts he lives now, LOL.

Not that I'm the stalking kind. If only it was Miss Crayon's vid....... hee hee. j/k

[Paradise240]

^ Who said thats my house ? Who said I'm even a guy ? :troll: :suspicious: Should have posted one while I was on the road :okay:

I would you get you photos from the outside, but my phone died and I don't really have a decent camera. But you can't really see it, unless you're peering through the glass. For me, I could only see the suction cup.

Link in the spoiler,
http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-IR-LED-2-5-TFT-Color-LCD-HD-Car-DVR-Camera-Recorder-/160575383206?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item256309e6a6

[TOS'd]

^ I can't image that one being that hidden. Seeing as it is much bigger than the blackvue, and even the blackvue is easy to spot when mounted.



Also, hopefully the new f/w fixes the on going issue. Has anyone tried a new microSD card yet?

[Paradise240]

^ Thats because it's not hidden :lol

NCIX has a sale, Patriot 16gb SDHC cards for $12.99 + tax.
Patriot Signature LX Series 16GB SDHC Flash Memory Card Class 10 - Patriot - PSF16GSDHC10 (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=53175&vpn=PSF16GSDHC10&manufacture=Patriot&promoid=1230)

[TOS'd]

^ Thats because it's not hidden :lol

NCIX has a sale, Patriot 16gb SDHC cards for $12.99 + tax.
Patriot Signature LX Series 16GB SDHC Flash Memory Card Class 10 - Patriot - PSF16GSDHC10 (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=53175&vpn=PSF16GSDHC10&manufacture=Patriot&promoid=1230)

I meant cause you said you couldnt really see it unless peering through the glass.

Also, the BV takes microSD cards.

[optiblue]

Also, hopefully the new f/w fixes the on going issue. Has anyone tried a new microSD card yet?

The last firmware update 1.039 seemed rock stable. It took a little longer to fire up, but I didn't have anymore "please check the SD card" errors or powering down issues. The latest update hopefully seals the deal for perfect function! And yes, I've tried a new microSD card by ADATA that was a class 4 and it worked fine. I think the issue was software related and not the memory cards.

[Sky_High]

Just buy one of these. Can't go wrong for Kingston + $7 bucks.

Kingston 8GB microSDHC Class 4 Flash Memory Card - Kingston - SDC4/8GBCR (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=40184&vpn=SDC4%2F8GBCR&manufacture=Kingston)

[spoonek4]

The last firmware update 1.039 seemed rock stable. It took a little longer to fire up, but I didn't have anymore "please check the SD card" errors or powering down issues. The latest update hopefully seals the deal for perfect function! And yes, I've tried a new microSD card by ADATA that was a class 4 and it worked fine. I think the issue was software related and not the memory cards.

I didn't update the firmware either coz like u said it just runs very stable

[TOS'd]

The last firmware update 1.039 seemed rock stable. It took a little longer to fire up, but I didn't have anymore "please check the SD card" errors or powering down issues. The latest update hopefully seals the deal for perfect function! And yes, I've tried a new microSD card by ADATA that was a class 4 and it worked fine. I think the issue was software related and not the memory cards.
1.039e, I had problems with during the beginning. Then I formatted and re upgraded firmware and it was fine, until a couple days ago, then the problem started again.

I upgraded to the newest 1.040 today, I took it for a test drive. Got the problem again...sighh..


Just buy one of these. Can't go wrong for Kingston + $7 bucks.

Kingston 8GB microSDHC Class 4 Flash Memory Card - Kingston - SDC4/8GBCR (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=40184&vpn=SDC4%2F8GBCR&manufacture=Kingston)
16GB > 8GB. Next card if I am to upgrade would be a 32GB.

[optiblue]

1.039e, I had problems with during the beginning. Then I formatted and re upgraded firmware and it was fine, until a couple days ago, then the problem started again.

I upgraded to the newest 1.040 today, I took it for a test drive. Got the problem again...sighh..



16GB > 8GB. Next card if I am to upgrade would be a 32GB.

hmmm interesting... after your format your SD card, are you able to copy and paste stuff onto it? When I was having my issues, even after formatting there was some issue with the card, but I eventually got a proper format (double full overwrite formatted it) and so far so good *knock on wood*

In the owner's manual, it says "SD cards are an expendable item," maybe this unit tends to eat them up~

[TOS'd]

hmm, tried to reformat my card via windows explorer and its saying windows is unable to. Also I tried to delete some older videos and they reappear, haha. Might just bite the bullet and go buy a new microSD.

[CP.AR]

Maybe you overlooked things and have the SD lock button on?

[TOS'd]

^ Nope. SD lock switch wasnt on. Quick and Full format does not work through windows explorer. Trying another formatting software now.

[Gh0stRider]

turned off the voice alarms. gonna see if it actually works.

[Gh0stRider]

nice...no longer have the "blackvue for your safe driving. starting normal recording" "your blackvue is now shutting down"

[!Aznboi128]

I actually like that feature I let my car warm up till then

[optiblue]

hmm, tried to reformat my card via windows explorer and its saying windows is unable to. Also I tried to delete some older videos and they reappear, haha. Might just bite the bullet and go buy a new microSD.

Dude, use the blackvue SD card formatter program off their website and do a full overwrite!

Turned off all the sounds eh? It's cool until you realize you weren't recording for whatever reason lol

[hc529]

Fuuuuu my blackvue just gave me the "please check ur sd card" after 1 full week of 1.039 firmware. I guess I'm gonna upgrade or downgrade tonight and see what happens.
Since some people still have problem with the newest updte

[optiblue]

Fuuuuu my blackvue just gave me the "please check ur sd card" after 1 full week of 1.039 firmware. I guess I'm gonna upgrade or downgrade tonight and see what happens.
Since some people still have problem with the newest updte

So far mines been okay even with 1.039 *knock on wood* 1.040 is working good so far! After you use their SD card formatter, check to see if you're able to paste files into the SD card. My repeat SD card errors occurred when the formatting messed itself.

[TOS'd]

So far mines been good *knock on wood*, using a new 32GB microsd card.

[lilaznviper]

Don't know if this has been posted but for those that want a dash cam ncix now has one

Mediasonic Infrared Night Vision HD DVR 2.5IN LCD 720p Car Dash Video Recorder Camera SD USB - Mediasonic - MLG-7017CVR (http://ncix.com/products/?sku=70525&vpn=MLG-7017CVR&manufacture=Mediasonic)

[Sky_High]

^ I wouldn't pay more than $35 for those type of dash cam's.

[LuHua]

^No, that price isn't bad actually. It's the dvr-027, it does have hd recording at 720 with ok quality and it's around the same price on ebay.

[Sky_High]

Not necessary a deal breaker....but for all of you that bought the DR-400G, did you guys just use the adhesive tape? Sucks tthat they didn't include an optional suction cup mount.

But I guess without the suction cup, it create less cutter and more "hidden".

Anyone purchase the "Power Magic Pro" ? Or did you guys just all hardwire it directly?

[DJ Milk]

Today I installed the BlackVue with velcro and the power plug from the KCI works fine with the BlackVue. I use industrial strength velcro from Home Depot and it's very strong.

http://i50.tinypic.com/2rr5sno.jpg

[Senna4ever]

Got myself a GoPro Hero2 - gonna try using it as a car cam.

[koukimonst3r]

^ I use mine as a rolling cam too, get the 32gb memory card, batteries and the screen display, totally worth it.

[Mozo]

^ I use mine as a rolling cam too, get the 32gb memory card, batteries and the screen display, totally worth it.

would you mind showing how you mounted it, and a possible sample clip of it in action. Im thinking of getting this also

[Sky_High]

Laughing Out Loud 2 - YouTube

00:25 :fullofwin:

[Gh0stRider]

holy shit

[pope_face]

I found a seller for $185 each + 100 USD for shipping of up to 20..

Like TOPEC mentioned, there are enough people over on NASIOC for this... I was talking to F30 about getting a group buy going, and have about 17 people on NASIOC interested in the BlackVue (a few will even buy a couple), but last I heard from him it didn't look good. If you can get the BlackVue for $190 apiece ($185 + $5 shipping), I'm sure we could get an order going in the next week or so.

[rexsomnii]

Laughing Out Loud 2 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86ZslkreULQ&feature=player_embedded)

00:25 :fullofwin:
oh man.. what would have happened if that Benz lost control...

[koukimonst3r]

would you mind showing how you mounted it, and a possible sample clip of it in action. Im thinking of getting this also

It's not meant to be hidden, I mounted it with the suction cup mount it comes with right underneath the rearview mirror. I'm away from home until the 15th so I can't help you there. There's a setting for the go pro 2 too, I usually just use 5mp so it doesn't use as much memory while rolling.

[spoonek4]

Got a stupid question here...

Would u guys who use blackvues out there know how to check which side the impact was coming from & what is the impact reading(like how many G) from the video?

[CP.AR]

I'm selling one that's exactly like mine if anyone is interested...
friend bailed on me so I'm stuck with one...

[shenmecar]

is that a cls63 amg?

[1creator]

Got a stupid question here...

Would u guys who use blackvues out there know how to check which side the impact was coming from & what is the impact reading(like how many G) from the video?

The software that's part of the camera shows G reading for Left/right, front/back, up/down for the video recorded.

[spoonek4]

The software that's part of the camera shows G reading for Left/right, front/back, up/down for the video recorded.

Yea sorry I didn't say that clearly that I was using the software. Is there a way to find the exact reading from the software & is it possible to include that reading in my video that I upload to youtube or whatever?

[Altoids94]

Any decent dash cams around $100-150?

[ToneCapone]

oops.

[godwin]

there are other Blackvue eg DR 350..

Any decent dash cams around $100-150?

[double0seven]

I'm selling one that's exactly like mine if anyone is interested...
friend bailed on me so I'm stuck with one...

I'M SORRY :okay:

[sleepywheel]

I'm selling one that's exactly like mine if anyone is interested...
friend bailed on me so I'm stuck with one...

If you don't already have a buyer, I'll take it.

[Senna4ever]

would you mind showing how you mounted it, and a possible sample clip of it in action. Im thinking of getting this also

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Senna4ever/Forum%20crap/3A2C4940.jpg

[jackal]

i wouldn't want to have to worry about bringing my gopro everywhere. if your going to run a dash cam do it right and hard wire it in so it doesn't become a massive hassle. but obviously the gopro will have way better quality then all the other cheap ebay kits and it will also be the one most likely stollen if you leave in in the car.

[Senna4ever]

Why is it a hassle? All I have to do is take it out with me when I park the car.

[jackal]

unless your female or carry a murse i can't see where you would put it if you were to say, go to the mall. if you don't use it every time on every drive its useless b/c if may not be there when you need it most and i wouldn't want to have to carry it around everywhere. plus you have to charge it every night.

like i said i would just do it right. hard wire in a quality kit and then never worry again.

[FOB Mainlander]

Laughing Out Loud 2 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86ZslkreULQ&feature=player_embedded)

00:25 :fullofwin:

Let me guess... Must be a Chinese Mainlander in the CLS.

[jackal]

if anyone cares. right now at futureshop you can get a gopro hero2 outdoor edition + lcd back + battery back for 369.99. thats the cheapest i've seen from a local vendor by far. i picked a set up today. now i have to many. anyone want a hero 1?

[Sky_High]

Richmond

http://youtu.be/QgzVRaPhTn8

[Senna4ever]

^^^ LOL

I'm a Phil Collins fan, too!

[lgman]

if anyone cares. right now at futureshop you can get a gopro hero2 outdoor edition + lcd back + battery back for 369.99. thats the cheapest i've seen from a local vendor by far. i picked a set up today. now i have to many. anyone want a hero 1?

Cons of using a Go-Pro for dash cam are:

1. sorta expensive for a HD cam with wide angle.
2. Does not loop-record (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loop_recording)
3. No auto start on ignition option
4. There's no GPS or G-sensor feature in a $400~ spite having the largest accessory selection available on the market for a HD sports cam.

Yes it is used for motor sports on the track and such but for every day "No worries it's working in the background" automatic recording.
My cheap 808 dvr needs charging and manual operation everytime I jump in the car and 2 problems I have the most is battery life and no loop recording. I can't justify spending $200-$400 for HD without those auto features to put my mind as ease.

P.s post it up FS: camera/electronics section of the revscene Buy&Sell.

[optiblue]

Cons of using a Go-Pro for dash cam are:

1. sorta expensive for a HD cam with wide angle.
2. Does not loop-record (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loop_recording)
3. No auto start on ignition option
4. There's no GPS or G-sensor feature in a $400~ spite having the largest accessory selection available on the market for a HD sports cam.

Yes it is used for motor sports on the track and such but for every day "No worries it's working in the background" automatic recording.
My cheap 808 dvr needs charging and manual operation everytime I jump in the car and 2 problems I have the most is battery life and no loop recording. I can't justify spending $200-$400 for HD without those auto features to put my mind as ease.

P.s post it up FS: camera/electronics section of the revscene Buy&Sell.
Go Pro is more of an action cam. Too much hassle to turn it on and off on a day to day basis

[TOS'd]

Anyone experience this before?

So my Blackvue was working normally and I drove to a friends house. I left like 2 hours later around 1:50 am, so it was kinda cold. The Blackvue was stuck at the beginning of power up so the ring light is lit the same colour. Turned off car, unplugged power, and here over 10 mins later the light is still lit up.


EDIT: seems like battery drained out now. so light is off. we'll see if it still turns on tomorrow morning..

[oinkoinkpig]

There is a local guy selling blackvues

[optiblue]

Anyone experience this before?

So my Blackvue was working normally and I drove to a friends house. I left like 2 hours later around 1:50 am, so it was kinda cold. The Blackvue was stuck at the beginning of power up so the ring light is lit the same colour. Turned off car, unplugged power, and here over 10 mins later the light is still lit up.


EDIT: seems like battery drained out now. so light is off. we'll see if it still turns on tomorrow morning..
Happened to me with the broken SD card error awhile back. Once it drained it worked again with a good card.

[Senna4ever]

There is a local guy selling blackvues

Where be this store?

[TOS'd]

Happened to me with the broken SD card error awhile back. Once it drained it worked again with a good card.

Happened on my new patriot 32gb class 10 card. After it drained i tried it in the morning and it worked like normal. And its been working fine for the last couple days.

I wonder if making a mic sock sort of thing would improve the BV audio quality.

Also anyone thing or try wrapping their BV? I was thinking of using some cf vinyl to make it black and less obvious. But the device gets quite hot when in use, so not sure..

[optiblue]

Happened on my new patriot 32gb class 10 card. After it drained i tried it in the morning and it worked like normal. And its been working fine for the last couple days.

I wonder if making a mic sock sort of thing would improve the BV audio quality.

Also anyone thing or try wrapping their BV? I was thinking of using some cf vinyl to make it black and less obvious. But the device gets quite hot when in use, so not sure..

If you really want it black, just black plasti dip it!

[lgman]

Ordered my GS2000 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/HD-1920-1080P-30FPS-Car-Camera-DVR-GPS-logger-H-264-video-Codec-Ambarella-/110868342298?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19d044a61a#ht_9152wt_1394) last week just released from customs last night. Can't wait for it to arrive tomorrow.:nyan: will be posting sample vids

[DJ Milk]

I ordered a BlackView LOL from dx last month and it just shipped last week. Cost about $56cdn shipped
http://img.dxcdn.com/productimages/sku_120602_8.jpg
5MP Wide Angle Car DVR Camcorder w/ Intelligent Voice Reminder / 2-LED Night Vision / TF (2" LCD) - Worldwide Free Shipping - DX (http://dx.com/5mp-wide-angle-car-dvr-camcorder-w-intelligent-voice-reminder-2-led-night-vision-tf-2-lcd-120602)

[optiblue]

LOL it should be alright and similar to those china ones.

[Sango]

Are there any group buys happening for the blackvue? I am interested in one.

[pawdregry4g]

Little update on my defective ebay cam purchase a while back:
-seller "mastation" had item listing removed before I got the product
-after I received the item and the quality was bad, seller requested I return it back for an exchange/refund
-I ship it back and he says he'll update me
-2 months later, seller is no longer responsive to my inquires on the subject and leads me to wonder if I'm getting scammed on this

[godwin]

You should have filed a complaint with paypal before the 30 day period is up.. now I think might be too late.

Little update on my defective ebay cam purchase a while back:
-seller "mastation" had item listing removed before I got the product
-after I received the item and the quality was bad, seller requested I return it back for an exchange/refund
-I ship it back and he says he'll update me
-2 months later, seller is no longer responsive to my inquires on the subject and leads me to wonder if I'm getting scammed on this

[GLOW]

I ordered a BlackView LOL from dx last month and it just shipped last week. Cost about $56cdn shipped

that seems like a pretty good deal, just $20 more than the cheap ebay one. you should do a review when you get the chance. I've been meaning to buy another dam cam for the other car and would consider this one if it's decent.

[lgman]

GS2000 DVR test #1 May/16/2012 @ 720p30fps .MOV h.264 - YouTube

$126 + shipping.
I'll get a day shot tomorrow in 1080p

P.S. should we get a Dashcam mini meet going? Ease of use can only be described so much on paper until it's actually in your own hands. Also it's good for people who are on the fence on getting one.

[impulseX]

Like TOPEC mentioned, there are enough people over on NASIOC for this... I was talking to F30 about getting a group buy going, and have about 17 people on NASIOC interested in the BlackVue (a few will even buy a couple), but last I heard from him it didn't look good. If you can get the BlackVue for $190 apiece ($185 + $5 shipping), I'm sure we could get an order going in the next week or so.

if theres one happening im interested

[Senna4ever]

The things you can capture when you forget your GoPro in the car....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Senna4ever/Forum%20crap/GOPR0907_01.jpg

[adrnlnrush00]

I found a seller for $185 each + 100 USD for shipping of up to 20..Like TOPEC mentioned, there are enough people over on NASIOC for this... I was talking to F30 about getting a group buy going, and have about 17 people on NASIOC interested in the BlackVue (a few will even buy a couple), but last I heard from him it didn't look good. If you can get the BlackVue for $190 apiece ($185 + $5 shipping), I'm sure we could get an order going in the next week or so.

So Araaadi, are you organizing a group buy? I'm in for the DR400 if you are.

[DJ Milk]

The BlackView from dx came a few days ago and I installed it today with industrial strength velcro instead of the big ugly suction cup that came with it. It is a bit bigger then the BlackVue. The instructions are in a weird translated english so a lot of stuff don't makes sense. The lady's voice is in mandarin and the menu is in chinese. It took me awhile to change the menu language to english by looking at pictures online of an english menu. The lady's voice can't be changed or turned off so I just taped the speaker up. Also I can't upgrade the firmware. No sample video yet but I'm going to assume it's better than the KCI BlackBox but not as good as the BlackVue. I will post videos later.

http://i47.tinypic.com/5x1r8o.jpg

[TRD3000GT]

Little update on my defective ebay cam purchase a while back:
-seller "mastation" had item listing removed before I got the product
-after I received the item and the quality was bad, seller requested I return it back for an exchange/refund
-I ship it back and he says he'll update me
-2 months later, seller is no longer responsive to my inquires on the subject and leads me to wonder if I'm getting scammed on this

Damn Mainlander scammer! :devil:
I had similar experience on another ebay seller that pretend he didn't receive the item after ebay resolution deadline. I used my credit card through Paypal paying for the item so it might work if you used the same method. Call your credit card company and tell them the whole story. Credit card company will ask you to email the ebay and Paypal transaction records. I also emailed the Canada Post receipt to proof that I mailed the item back to the seller in China. Then credit card company will deal with Paypal. In less than a week, the credit card company refunded the money I paid. Good luck!

[underscore]

"hepingdetiankong168" lmao

Vehicle Car IR Mini DVR Camera Cam Video Road Recorder | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vehicle-Car-IR-Mini-DVR-Camera-Cam-Video-Road-Recorder-/280765450864?pt=Camcorders_Professional_Video_Came ras&hash=item415eecca70)

My only gripe is that it uses micro SD which is something I already knew and is very minor anyways. It is definitely worth the extra money over the $30 ones IMO. This is probably the same one autolismo sells, I worried that it would take a month to get here so I'm pleasantly surprised to get it this morning

I just ordered one of these, thanks for all the info guys!

[oldcracker]

Richmond

2012.04.22 Wrong Lane - YouTube (http://youtu.be/QgzVRaPhTn8)

which cam is that?
got the link on ebay?

[CRS]

which cam is that?
got the link on ebay?

Blackvue DR400G-HD.

The same brand that everyone asks about.

[E-40six]

Krazynuck and I both ordered our blackvues together and I finally got mine working with the new english firmware.

quality is amazing on my computer, youtube really downgrades it


Testing out the new Blackvue 400g-HD - YouTube

[oldcracker]

Blackvue DR400G-HD.

The same brand that everyone asks about.

weird, after posting I opened the video on youtube and it's uploaded by autolismo, so I went to the autolismo site and the sample video under their v3 cam links to the same video

[krazynuck]

Krazynuck and I both ordered our blackvues together and I finally got mine working with the new english firmware.

quality is amazing on my computer, youtube really downgrades it


Testing out the new Blackvue 400g-HD - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjkFNnE-Oi4)

change to 1080p view on youtube and it looks good...default is 360p

I love mine....I notice that its cheaper on ebay now though :okay:

I got the velcro too if you still want some

[GLOW]

The BlackView from dx came a few days ago and I installed it today with industrial strength velcro instead of the big ugly suction cup that came with it. It is a bit bigger then the BlackVue. The instructions are in a weird translated english so a lot of stuff don't makes sense. The lady's voice is in mandarin and the menu is in chinese. It took me awhile to change the menu language to english by looking at pictures online of an english menu. The lady's voice can't be changed or turned off so I just taped the speaker up. Also I can't upgrade the firmware. No sample video yet but I'm going to assume it's better than the KCI BlackBox but not as good as the BlackVue. I will post videos later.


wow that audio would totally annoy me. i'd try to pop it open and disable the speaker wire. at least you get english menus.

[MeowMeow]

Has anyone tried hardwiring BV?

[optiblue]

The BlackView from dx came a few days ago and I installed it today with industrial strength velcro instead of the big ugly suction cup that came with it. It is a bit bigger then the BlackVue. The instructions are in a weird translated english so a lot of stuff don't makes sense. The lady's voice is in mandarin and the menu is in chinese. It took me awhile to change the menu language to english by looking at pictures online of an english menu. The lady's voice can't be changed or turned off so I just taped the speaker up. Also I can't upgrade the firmware. No sample video yet but I'm going to assume it's better than the KCI BlackBox but not as good as the BlackVue. I will post videos later.

http://i47.tinypic.com/5x1r8o.jpg

Might get this one for the other cars. Post up some sample vids when available! Did it come with a memory card?

[yingyu_subaru]

The BlackView from dx came a few days ago and I installed it today with industrial strength velcro instead of the big ugly suction cup that came with it. It is a bit bigger then the BlackVue. The instructions are in a weird translated english so a lot of stuff don't makes sense. The lady's voice is in mandarin and the menu is in chinese. It took me awhile to change the menu language to english by looking at pictures online of an english menu. The lady's voice can't be changed or turned off so I just taped the speaker up. Also I can't upgrade the firmware. No sample video yet but I'm going to assume it's better than the KCI BlackBox but not as good as the BlackVue. I will post videos later.

http://i47.tinypic.com/5x1r8o.jpg
Is it strong enough to use industrial strength velcro? Can the industrial strength velcro hold the camera? Can you post a picture how does that work on the blackview. Thanks so much.

[Recon604]

finevu cr-300hd is also awesome too

FINEVU CR-300HD Full HD 16GB Car Black Box Camera + CPL filter | eBay (http://www.ebay.ca/itm/FINEVU-CR-300HD-Full-HD-16GB-Car-Black-Box-Camera-CPL-filter-/251039316736?pt=Car_Audio_Video&hash=item3a731bfb00)

Just wondering for those who have the blackvue, do you guys also have the power magic pro?

[weitaro]

Hey guys

I am currently visiting in Taiwan. I saw many dash cams for sale in electronic stores.
I am considering buying them for relatives back in Vancouver.
The price seems to be fair. They have tons of cheap ones here too.

DOD GS600 is around $250
http://link.photo.pchome.com.tw/s08/bosskiss1314/944/133036035592/

I am gonna visit the electronic shops again.
If you guys want, I can check the local price for you. just give me a name or a link
If it's cheaper, I can help you get it and ship it since I am shipping some back to relatives anyway.

The popular ones here are MIO 238HD
http://www.gohappy.com.tw/images/product/72/2177037/2177037_3_1.jpg
720P HD, G-sensor, comes with screen. Around $170

I guess the Taiwanese brand would be cheaper here.

so far, i can't find a good price on Blackvue DR400G-HD yet...

[TOS'd]

Has anyone tried hardwiring BV?

Keep meaning to but been super lazy about doing it. Why do you ask? It is actually a very simple process.

[weitaro]

I just dropped by two shops and saw these

DOD F880 Full HD 60fps around $140 cdn
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/IMG_4952.jpg
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/IMG_4950.jpg

Grenzel Triangle Waterproof motorcycle use 1080 Full HD, 720 60fps
around $235
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/IMG_4943.jpg
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/IMG_4945.jpg

Vico DS2 - Full HD . G-Sensor F2.0 the guy said this one works really well at night. around $185cdn

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/IMG_4942.jpghttp://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/IMG_4941.jpg


then i saw another one that really caught my eye. this one mounts on the rear view mirror. looks neat and clean behind the mirror. forgot to take picture. here are the pix i found on google.

LTS W5100 has G-sensor, 720HD, around $140cdn
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/mobile01-c1c90adf6b5ab2842b6fa6fcab50b100.jpg
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/mobile01-e0cd9ca157d0671b06b79c037ff930ff.jpg
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/mobile01-556bf7ebad8c028674d7a2ff6e473ed1.jpg


The guy showed me couple video clips from LTS W5100 and i was impressed with its quality and sharpness. it adjusts the lighting quickly going in the tunnel. looks great at night.

He also recommended another one called PaPaGo P0.
My friend had that on his GTI and it has trouble turning on in Winter.
For some reason it needs to be warmed up to turn on...so I'd avoid PAPAGO.

Before I left, I saw a cheap one called UB JXD-D1 720HD around $60
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/IMG_4947-1.jpg
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q260/v_weitaro/Dash%20Cams/IMG_4946-1.jpg


So far, I really like the LTS W5100.

[FOB Mainlander]

^ Check out the Abee v30. Lots of shops are selling that while I was in Taipei last December.
If you are into DOD, get GSE550 instead. The F880LHD is and old 720p model. The GS600 you mentioned earlier is only USD$200 if buying from Amazon. Amazon.com: DOD GS600 Car Black Box DVR & GPS Logger 1920x1080 HD: Car Electronics@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41VHVFi090L.@@AMEPARAM@@41VHVFi090L

[MeowMeow]

Keep meaning to but been super lazy about doing it. Why do you ask? It is actually a very simple process.

Can you help me pweaaaaaaseeee

[koukimonst3r]

^ it's easy!

[TOS'd]

Can you help me pweaaaaaaseeee
Not exactly sure what part you need help with.

Basically:
1) Mount device where you want it to be
2) Remove A-pillar trim/headliner/door weather trim thingy/whatever else maybe in the way so you can hide the wire and lead it to fuse box
3) Cut cigarette plug portion off
4) Strip/prep wires, either ghetto or with a proper plug
5) Plug into fusebox and ground wire
6) ???
7) Go to truestea and buy TOS'd a BBT

[Senna4ever]

^^^ BBT? I'd buy you a steak dinner!

[Shorn]

if anyone's interested i'm looking to sell my blackvue! bought it a few months ago and haven't used it for a while. might be able to find the original box somewhere. pm for details!

save on shipping!

[TOS'd]

^^^ BBT? I'd buy you a steak dinner!

:blush:

I'm sure we can work something out..

[MeowMeow]

^ it's easy!

You & fd3 can do it for me then :)

[CRS]

There should just be a group hardwiring get together where peeps who know how to do it can teach the peeps who don't know. It should be so much easier that way.

[Senna4ever]

:blush:

I'm sure we can work something out..
I'll contact you when I get mine in the near future. :)

There should just be a group hardwiring get together where peeps who know how to do it can teach the peeps who don't know. It should be so much easier that way.
I don't want to know how to do it - I'd rather just pay someone to do it for me. I personally hate working on my car. :p

[CRS]

:lol

Senna4ever, then your car can be the demo where the peeps who know can show the peeps who don't know!

Win-win.

[DJ Milk]

Might get this one for the other cars. Post up some sample vids when available! Did it come with a memory card?
No it did not come with a memory card. There are some videos on youtube but I will post some of my own videos when I get a a chance to grab the memory card from my brother's truck.

Is it strong enough to use industrial strength velcro? Can the industrial strength velcro hold the camera? Can you post a picture how does that work on the blackview. Thanks so much.
The velcro is super strong and it's not easy to take off. It can hold the camera fine and doesn't wiggle when driving over bumps.

[weitaro]

^ Check out the Abee v30. Lots of shops are selling that while I was in Taipei last December.
If you are into DOD, get GSE550 instead. The F880LHD is and old 720p model. The GS600 you mentioned earlier is only USD$200 if buying from Amazon. Amazon.com: DOD GS600 Car Black Box DVR & GPS Logger 1920x1080 HD: Car Electronics (http://www.amazon.com/DOD-GS600-Black-Logger-1920x1080/dp/B004Q78QH2)



Thanks!! I remember seeing Abee V30 in one of the shop.