What is a dashcam?
A dashcam or dashboard camera is an onboard camera equipped to the front and sometimes rear of your vehicle/motorcycle that continuously records a video record. Dashcams are set to provide video evidence in the event of an accident as well as capturing a riding experience.
The common “must have” features for a car or motorcycle dashcam system.
Since the main reason to set up a dashcam is to give you an invaluable advantage in case you ever need to prove your case in court after you have a collision, accident or a hit and run, below are some must have features to consider;
- Video Quality - Higher video resolution with Full HD (1080p) means better video quality and able to capture crucial details like vehicle license plates.
- Power Supply – The dashcam system is different from an action camera which is powered up by its internal battery. The dashcam allows you to connect to a switched power source from the car or motorcycle. There is no worry about the limitation of the battery capacity while it is in use.
- Auto Start/stop Recording - The dashcam connects to a switched power source from the car or the motorcycle. Once the ignition key is on/off, the dashcam will start or stop recording.
- Loop Recording- This means that you do not have to worry about the SD card getting full. The last recording will overwrite the first one. No matter how many hours/days driving/riding, you always can find the last recordings.
- G-sensors- Helps to detects any incidents with impacts or hard braking which may lead to an accident, the affected video files will automatically protected to prevent them from overwriting.
- Date and Time Stamp on the video recording - A correct time and date stamp on the video will help provide proof of any fault by providing an accurate record of the event.
- GPS- Combines video evidence along with a mapping record of your journey using Google Maps.
- Safe Parking Mode- Protect your bike even when you are away. The DVR along with the smart supply will allow the G Sensor to identify if your bike is knocked or moved.. It will record for 10 seconds hopefully giving you some evidence of the incident.
Special features that the motorcycle dashcam system should include:
The Motorcycle dashcam system is different from a car dashcam system. This is because a car dashcam system is installed inside of the car without much worry about it being easily stolen unless the thief breaks the window. The motorcycle dashcam needs to be small and discreet as to not draw attention to it. The best motorcycle dashcam system should not to be a portable style that is subject to theft.
It must have hardwired cameras and DVR unit and may include a hardwired control button, GPS or other accessory.
Small and discreet as to not draw attention.
There are many cases where a rider comes back to their motorcycle after running into a store only to find their portable camera has been stolen.The INNOVV motorcycle dashcam system uses a wired video attached to a DVR unit that can easily be hidden from view. The wired system is less likely to be stolen as it because the wire would have to be cut, rendering the camera useless.
It must have hardwired cameras and DVR unit and may include a hardwired control button, GPS or other accessory.
Small and discreet as to not draw attention.
There are many cases where a rider comes back to their motorcycle after running into a store only to find their portable camera has been stolen.The INNOVV motorcycle dashcam system uses a wired video attached to a DVR unit that can easily be hidden from view. The wired system is less likely to be stolen as it because the wire would have to be cut, rendering the camera useless.
Solid and reliable material.
Riding a motorcycle involves many types of tough roads and weather conditions. The INNOVV motorcycle video camera uses a solid aluminum housing that will outlast the plastic designs. This is sure to last during your daily commute and off road riding.
Riding a motorcycle involves many types of tough roads and weather conditions. The INNOVV motorcycle video camera uses a solid aluminum housing that will outlast the plastic designs. This is sure to last during your daily commute and off road riding.
Weather proof.
The motorcycle video system is different from the car dashcam which is installed inside of car. The motorcycle dashcam needs to withstand riding in all types of adverse weather conditions.
Easy and clear operating controls
Since the system is hidden, wireless WiFi control is important for ease of use. You really don’t need to be digging the sd card out every time you want to review your footage… Well, you don’t need to because you can review all video and change any setting via the dedicated INNOVV App for both iOS and Android OS.