DVR with a remote camera: a review of models, description, specifications, installation

Car DVR - a thing no less important than the tires, steering wheel or gas tank of any car. In the event that the driver himself falls into an accident or becomes a witness, the records on the DVR become irrefutable proof of the guilt of a particular person. And the roads now, like motorists, are so dangerous ... Is it worth the risk? Is not it better to buy a DVR?

That's just where there are drivers who are too lazy to take the device off the bracket each time, leaving the car. How to deal with this? Simply and easily! You can purchase a DVR with a remote camera (a review of the models will be presented in this article) and choose the one that best suits your car in terms of design and functionality. That's just what is it? How can you choose where to buy it? How do I repair the DVRs? Today about this and much more!

Functions of the DVR

About what the DVRs are for, only the lazy one does not know. Very often (during traffic on the highway) there can be accidents that nobody needs. But from this, again, no one is immune. The DVR performs its duties according to its name: it registers video recordings and stores them on a memory card. Another question: why should a DVR for a car be hidden?

First of all, this is due to the appearance of the windshield. When nothing hinders the review, then even the driver himself is much more comfortable to ride. In addition, with the devices installed on the car parts, there are often a variety of problems. Why deal with them, if you can hide a hidden DVR with a remote camera in the glove box and have no problems? The answer to this question you should get from this article!

Features of DVRs

Choosing a car DVR with a remote camera, you need to focus on several factors. First of all, it is its compactness and convenience in operation. The simpler it is to handle a DVR, the more pleasant it seems to a potential user. The second criterion is the installation of the DVR. If a special mount (relatively convenient) is included with the recording device and the camera, you can be sure that the manufacturing company takes care of its customers as much as possible.

The quality of the DVR is also characterized by its operation. In particular, its continuity, because very often devices stop working (regardless of the driver's desire) just to "take a break." But what if there is a collision at this time? Plus, some DVRs do not work automatically, but they need to be turned on manually. In a hurry, you can forget about it. And the device will remain in the mode of rest. Most often, such shortcomings are encountered in manufacturers of the Celestial Empire, but it is possible to say with full confidence that there is almost nothing cheaper than Chinese DVRs.

But what is good about them? The charge quickly ends, the work can stop, and the driver does not know anything about it. The verdict is this: you do not need to focus on China! However, there are other producing countries, whose products are of high quality. DVR with a remote camera (the review of models below will be brief) should be based on this, because in the modern market there are really worthy firms whose products are characterized by durability and practicality of operation.

Advantages over conventional DVRs

The main advantage of hidden DVRs lies in their stealthiness. It's simple! Having installed such a device, you can not worry about the regular installation of the device on its "workplace". Is that you need to remember about manual or automatic inclusion.

In addition, in various ways, a DVR with a remote camera can be installed. The review of models allows to see that in hidden devices it is much more convenient to solve elementary technical issues, for example, fastening. According to statistics, the classic DVRs do not have a fastening system, which means that you have to buy a double-sided tape and install the device yourself. Here this problem is solved completely. Connection of external video recorders is done using an HDMI cable. It has a higher data transfer rate. In the classic used familiar USB.

Disadvantages of recorders with a remote camera

No matter how paradoxical it may sound, but in stealth, there are major pluses and minuses of DVRs. For example, if there are any problems with the wires laid behind the glass, the probability of problematic repair is great. At least, independent. For no one likes to stir up what seems to be quite settled.

How to install the DVR?

It is fair to say that the installation of a DVR with a remote camera is carried out concealed. The camera on the shoestring is installed on the windshield, the wire is neatly placed in the glass cover. To do this, of course, it is necessary so that it is not noticeable. This will at least spoil the appearance of the car. The DVR is installed in the glove box, and the camera connects to it. Usually such a device is powered by ignition. But if there is such a need, you can install a special power module. For example, QStar Power Box.

Repair of the DVR

Being a motorist and not having a DVR - if not suicide, then certainly a mistake. Therefore, you need to regularly check the status of all devices to make sure they are working properly. When everything is fine with the equipment, then nothing needs to be repaired, and in which case, you can always contact the service center or the store where you purchased the equipment. If there is a guarantee for the product, the repair will be made free of charge. Repair of DVRs is quick, and the price varies depending on the volume and complexity of the work.

You have to resort to fixing the DVR yourself only if you are 100% confident of success.

How much is a DVR with a remote camera?

The review of the models allows you to determine the approximate price: the cheapest device of such designation costs about 4 thousand. Price can grow up to 25, and even more. And it varies due to changes in the characteristics of the remote camera: image quality, battery life and other factors already mentioned. If you need a DVR to shoot the road, and not watch for possible accidents, then you can purchase a device with an expensive camera.

Where can I buy it?

Except for online stores that specialize in automotive technology, the DVR can be purchased in an ordinary shopping center or market. For more confidence, you can go to the site of the store network and check in the electronic catalog of the presence of remote DVRs.

Examples of models

In order to clearly illustrate the essence of what this device is, let's take for example several models. You can consider a DVR with a remote camera, the models will be reviewed based on their main characteristics. So, we will consider:

• Axiom Car Vision 1100.
• QStar ST8-Swift.
• QStar RS9-General.

The fact that these DVRs perform the same functions is understandable. What are they different? There should be some criteria by which the driver can choose one or another DVR for the car. If you consider their pros and cons, what will remain as a result? Axiom, for example, puts in the kit not only the wires, but also the mounting bracket. In comparison with QStar General, it is much more convenient. But this does not mean that the competitor has no fastening at all. It's just less comfortable to use. Swift mounts, in general, no. It will have to be bought additionally. Therefore, in this indicator Axiom wins.

Then you should pay attention to the camera. Usually, the characteristics of the DVR indicates the number of pixels, but you can pay attention not only to this, but also to its appearance. By the way, at the device of firm Axiom just appearance of the camera inspires more confidence.

The data transfer rate depends on the cable. Swift also loses in this indicator, as here it is necessary to use the ancient, as the world, technology of data transmission via USB. Is it worth continuing to talk about this model, or can you make a reasonable conclusion that QStar General and Axiom Car Vision 1100 will suit the motorist much more? And if you remember that the second model camera is better, then the choice (at least among these options) will be obvious.

DVR with rear remote camera

It is believed that to ensure the safety of the car is enough to buy anterior DVR. But to buy a camera for installation in the rear-view mirror never hurts. Most models have the same price as their front counterparts. And any DVR with a rear remote camera can be freely rotated, changing the direction of the frame. You can install both types of DVRs. But, if they exist separately, this can create some problems in handling them.

DVR with two remote cameras

To save and not buy two devices, you can simply purchase a DVR with two remote cameras. Then the connecting wire is connected directly to the two cameras. And to argue with the fact that such a purchase is much more profitable, no one will. Have in your car a common system of video surveillance - it's very good and safe. It's a pity that even the presence of DVRs does not prevent accidents.