Can Parking Surveillance Mode Capture Car Scratching?
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Only comprehensive dash cams can achieve full-vehicle monitoring, depending on whether the perpetrator is within the surveillance range. Below are relevant explanations: Parking Surveillance: This mode activates automatically when the parked vehicle detects vibrations of a certain intensity, initiating video recording. Users can preset recording duration before it stops again. Working Principle: Triggered by the G-sensor (gravity sensor), it wakes the dash cam to perform functions like video recording. Dash Cam: An instrument that records images, audio, and related data during vehicle operation—essentially functioning as an automotive camera. Equipped with high-definition lenses, it comprehensively documents driving footage, audio, and vehicle status information.
I personally believe that parking surveillance mode can capture car scratches, as I currently have this system installed in my vehicle. It uses a wide-angle camera to continuously record the surroundings of the car while parked. If positioned correctly, it can cover both sides of the car body and the hood. If someone does come to scratch the car, the camera will capture details of the movement, such as arm motion and tool marks. However, in very low light or with low-resolution cameras, the footage might be blurry and hard to see. I recommend choosing a high-definition product with night vision and parking in well-lit areas. Additionally, surveillance videos are usually stored on a memory card or in the cloud, so they can be retrieved as evidence if an incident occurs.
