Dashcam

[Rossman]

Originally Posted by vidCurious

Any chance you could upload one somewhere for me to get my hands on one?

Thanks,
Bruce

Yeah, another vote for the BlackVue. I have the 400 and it's p good but the quality could be better.

You can convert the location data files no problem, the files are just straight text files; each line is a dump from the GPS in a standard format....NMEA standard format I believe.

With this site and the data file you would do alright.

[vidCurious]

Originally Posted by Rossman

Yeah, another vote for the BlackVue. I have the 400 and it's p good but the quality could be better.

You can convert the location data files no problem, the files are just straight text files; each line is a dump from the GPS in a standard format....NMEA standard format I believe.

With this site and the data file you would do alright.

That's great, thanks guys.
Hopefully last thing(s)
- what rate does it log at (I am guessing 1Hz)?
- does the 500 output accelerometer readings, or does it only use its G-sensor for triggering start-recording?

And if anybody has some data they can share, especially from an autox or at least some form of racing, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks again,
Bruce

[l0aded]

I still recommend the GT300W. For 109 it records 1080p and has great night shots (read the review on dashcamtalk.com). The only issue I found is the mount is large and bulky so I used some blue-tac and stuck it onto my rear view mirror at an angle so it aims forward. Installing is easy if you run the wire to the glove department cig lighter.

280 is a ton for a dash cam. just my 2 cents =X.

[vidCurious]

Originally Posted by l0aded

I still recommend the GT300W. For 109 it records 1080p and has great night shots (read the review on dashcamtalk.com). The only issue I found is the mount is large and bulky so I used some blue-tac and stuck it onto my rear view mirror at an angle so it aims forward. Installing is easy if you run the wire to the glove department cig lighter.

280 is a ton for a dash cam. just my 2 cents =X.

I completely agree... depending on what you are using it for.
For using it solely as a dash cam, ~$100 should be able to get a guaranteed "winner". For even half that price there are some bargains out there, but you have to beware of the "losers" in the mix.

But I'm planning on using this to help find ways to race autox better... and doing it "on the cheap" which for this application $280 is actually pretty cheap.

[Obsidiank]

Do you guys have front and rear cams?

[Books]

Originally Posted by vidCurious

That's great, thanks guys.
Hopefully last thing(s)
- what rate does it log at (I am guessing 1Hz)?
- does the 500 output accelerometer readings, or does it only use its G-sensor for triggering start-recording?

And if anybody has some data they can share, especially from an autox or at least some form of racing, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks again,
Bruce

-Yes, GPS is logged at 1Hz
-There are three files that get created per video segment: video, GPS, and a .3gf file. The last file is all garbage and you'll need the Blackvue software to read it... however, there is an alternative called Registrator Viewer (which I have not tried). The accelerometer data is always flowing and it looks like Registrator Viewer is able to display show the actual values.

[hmong337]

dvr-027. best bang for the buck. i'm planning to outfit all my cars with this device. i don't see a sense in getting these fancy dancy blackvu's when the dvr027 is sufficient.

[mrlewistan]

sooo took the plunge yet?

[torqdork]

I adapted my Kodak PlayTouch Zi-10 using a RAM Mounting Systems RAM-B-166-202AU windshield mount (after testing two others, it's the most adjustable, vibration-free MIL spec mount) and a USB 12V adapter.

A 32 Gb card will record about 10 hours @ 720p, less @ 1080p. Excellent image quality, optical image stabilization and the internal battery is good for about 2 hrs. between charges, indefinitely with the USB adapter and a hot outlet or hard wired.

Zi-10's are new on eBay for < $50, even less refurbished. Ram mount is $32, adapter that can charge any mini USB device $8 for a rig far more versatile than a dedicated mobile videocam.

[vidCurious]

to Books: thanks for the info
1Hz is pretty slim for GPS data for autox and I'm getting the picture (NPI) that is what comes on all the GPS+DASH CAMs.
So I am probably looking at separate GPS & CAMERA setups.

to torqdork re: camera only
I failed to see the advantage of your setup over hmong337's DVR-027 HD. For a camera-only buy, I'd probably go for either something like the DVR-027 HD or to splurge and spend the ~$90 you are suggesting to get this
SJ1000 - The best action camera under $100...
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QppW_0_DuiE"]The best action camera under $100. The SJ1000 budget 1080p multi-purpose waterproof action cam. - YouTube[/ame]

which is basically a GoPro (barely) Lite to get what looked like better vid quality, 1080P, waterproof enclosure and some more mounting options. Was there something awesome about the Zi10 I missed?

[torqdork]

Yes, it was a gift sitting around unused and free is always good.

[DieselxIndustry]

Originally Posted by Books

I'm on my second dashcam (I upgraded recently). There are tons of them out there, but here's the two I had:

Amazon.com: 2.5-inch HD Car LED IR Vehicle DVR Road Dash Video Camera Recorder Traffic Dashboard Camcorder - LCD 270 degrees whirl: Car Electronics

Pros: Cheap
Cons: Cheap

It's cheap and it's a dashcam. It's clunky but it also has an LCD Screen. Menu navigation is stupid, but I only used it once to set it up. Video is so-so... not great resolution but you will be able to see the license plate of the car in front of you. Basically great for video evidence if you're ever in a crash. You also need to buy an SD card (or use an old one like I did). Worth it? Every dollar.

Amazon.com: BlackVue Wi-Fi New DR500GW-HD, Car Black Box/Car DVR Recorder, Built-in Wi-Fi, Full HD (1080p@30fps), G Sensor, GPS Tracking, 16GB SD Card Included: Patio, Lawn & Garden

Note: This is the 500, not the 400. Biggest change are new vents (400 had heat issues)

Pros: Too many to list... small, 1080P@30fps, WiFi, GPS, 3 axis Accelerometer, Android/iPhone app, optional parking mode accessory (+$40), Voice Commands, comes with 16gb microsd card, card reader, comes with program on SD card for easy viewing

Cons: Expensive (but it may end up saving you money in the long run)

I've had this for a couple weeks, but so far it's been working great. I've bought the parking mode and am going to install it soon. Android app works great on my Galaxy Nexus and the videos are awesome. Everything about this dashcam is awesome! It'll mark videos as normal, event, parking and also see your GPS location, speed, and XYZ accelerometer data. Expensive? Yes, very! But it may end up saving your butt.

Quality's so good in fact that I'm considering using this for AutoX (However, I still need to figure out how to stitch videos together)

Is this the parking mode device you mentioned?

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Power-Magic-Pro-Discharge-Prevention/dp/B008B8ERIO/ref=pd_sim_e_1"]Amazon.com: Power Magic Pro BlackVue vehicle Battery Discharge Prevention for Parking Mode (for BlackVue DR350, DR300G and DR400G HD): Car Electronics[/ame]

[retrosmiths]

Originally Posted by DieselxIndustry

Is this the parking mode device you mentioned?

Amazon.com: Power Magic Pro BlackVue vehicle Battery Discharge Prevention for Parking Mode (for BlackVue DR350, DR300G and DR400G HD): Car Electronics

Just installed that thing yesterday. Camera was able to pick up my neighbor taking out his trash at 5 in the morning lol.

[SneakyPete]

Originally Posted by torqdork

Yes, it was a gift sitting around unused and free is always good.

Not to get too off topic, but why did you mount your V1 low (and what looks like, obstructed by your other gadgets)? Usually you want to mount high for better radar detection. Check this out: http://www.valentine1.com/V1Info/rad...ormounting.asp

Not sure if you have it hardwired, but you can use telephone cord wire that came with it hardwire it to your fuse box, running the cable near the top of the windshield and down the A pillar.