Does the dash cam continue recording after the car is locked?
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The dash cam continues recording after the car is locked, but the recording duration is not very long. The steps to playback the dash cam footage are: 1. First remove the TF memory card; 2. Insert the TF memory card into a card reader and connect it to the computer via the USB port; 3. Read the video files from the removable hard drive; 4. Select and playback the desired video files. The repair method for the dash cam is: 1. Remove the SD card; 2. Check the side of the dash cam, locate the reset hole, and gently push it with a bamboo stick; 3. Press the power button to start normally; 4. Format the SD card and reinsert it.
My dash cam is powered by the cigarette lighter, so it automatically shuts off when the car is turned off and locked. Later, I heard that some car owners specifically connect it to the battery's constant power line to keep it working after the engine is off, but I was worried about damaging the battery and didn’t make the change. Actually, dash cams have a parking monitoring feature—when enabled, they use a low-power mode to detect collisions and only start recording if there’s an impact. My neighborhood is pretty safe, so I think it’s sufficient. If you’re worried about car scratches, it’s best to buy a dash cam with a supercapacitor, as it won’t swell in high summer temperatures. Just remember to unplug it if you’re not driving for a long time—once, I left my car for two weeks on a business trip, and the battery was drained when I got back.
