Just a silly clarification on using this camera as a car/bike DVR... the camera can charge and record simulateneously?
287928
Not true on my unit. As soon as I plug in the USB power supply, it stops recording. I've contacted Garmin for clarification but no response yet.
287929
Yes, it can charge and record simultaneously. There is a DVR feature that allows you to set up a continuous loop recording so you only record for an hour of video at a time.
287930
According to our Garmin representative, yes, you can charge and record at the same time.Best regards, Live To Play
1086508
This camera is a BNC composite video camera, works well with IP dvr, not to be mistaken with an NVR or network video recorder witch records the ip address of cameras on a network, this is not a network camera, but it's still an awesome camera for a ip dvr and for the money!
1042923
Yes, such recording features are controlled by the DVR (digital video recording, or the security system to which these cameras connect), not the camera. So cameras capture the images, take them back via cables to the channels you designated on the DVR. Go into DVR Menu for recording and tell it what channel(s) are motion-sensor recording, continuous reocrding, no recording and whatever other recording options your DVR offers. Also for further info/clarification, call your DVR Tech Support.
1948269
This actually has nothing to do with your car. This is a stand-alone 'spy' camera that is in a case that looks like a car remote. So you can put it on your key-chain and use it to record video without it looking like you have a camera. I don't use mine for that - I actually just wanted a very small video camera to put on a remote control helicopter. I removed the insides from the car remote case and velco'ed them to my helicopter. It takes reasonable video and is very small/light.
1884109
Mine always records and stops recording when my vehicle is bumped. Haven't had any issues with the battery being drained whatsoever. This camera only records the front view-not inside the vehicle. You don't have to delete videos at all- continually records until it is stopped and saves it so it doesn't record over what was saved. Don't listen to that Vagan deusche- he probably forgot to turn it on and it's not meant for bicycles....... The camera mirror has a 2 hour back up recording capability just in case your car battery dies.
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After charging and pressing the power button, you should see and able to record. Try the car D/C adapter. If that doesn't work, then there is something wrong with the unit. One more thing, these cams are very sensitive to extreme temperature, cold or hot. Also, do you have a micro memory card in? If not, the unit won't work. Hope this help.
606763
This camera simply connects to a surveillance camera DVR. It doesn't record to itself.
640577
YES! I'm using it for two reasons: 1. for the car sterio and 2, for two hidden cameras and a small dvr. That's what i'm using it for and it works for me. Hope that helps. David in NY!
2203422
Simple answer is YES, but you need the car power on or have the camera power on to record everything..
2212995
I use it for driving cam for my truck. I haven't use it for personal photo or personal recording. What I can see is that when driving, even if I tailgate the car in front, I still can't see the license plate. But if I were to park and the car is in front I can see it just fine. This is due to the resolution of the camera. Also the battery did last about hour and a half when I first got it, but about 3month of use the battery life is down to less then 15minutes then it goes dead. I don't use this any more. I went and bought completely different camera.
545998
That's a very interesting thought. We are always looking into what we can do to provide DVR service options that can appeal to everyone. Would you mind suggesting this as an idea for us by clicking on 'Suggest an Idea' on this page: http://support.dropcam.com/forums/20768048-feature-requests ? It would also be great to know why you would like recording for just one day. Thanks! David Corea
1315245
Im sure you can but it would depend on battery life. You may be able to use a car charger that accepts USB cable. I mounted the camera on my motorcycle and it worked fine accept for a little shake.
1888580
Hi Whitedove, Sony HDRPJ275 Camcorder can record while the battery is charging. -Vincent
1347239
No, the DVR does not record while being charged and vice versa. If you attempt to charge it as it is recording it will still not charge. Nor does it loop the video recording once the SD card is full.
2124245
You might consider a DASH CAM, as i believe those have internal batteries that charge while driving, and can still record while parked.
1288002
I use mine as a car dash cam so it is always plugged in a charging whenever the engine comes on. This camera has a car mode and will start and stop recording when it senses power.
1770525
I wouldnt see why not- it merely shows up as a storage device. It comes with software as well, for drivers, ect. to use it as a webcam. For the price, it's quite an incredible camera. I have taken video on my bike at some interesting speeds, and the quality for such a little, inexpensive camera, is amazing!