How to Set the Time and Date on a Car Dash Cam?
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Methods for setting the time and date on a car dash cam: Click the menu of the dash cam, find the settings option, select the date and time settings, and adjust the time to the current accurate time. After the dash cam's time automatically resets, it needs to be manually set back. Different brands and models of dash cams have different setting methods. Dash cams are divided into suction cup-mounted and rearview mirror-mounted types. Suction cup-mounted dash cams need to be attached to an appropriate position. Rearview mirror dash cams are mostly clip-mounted and can be directly placed over the existing rearview mirror. The method for adjusting the lens of the dash cam requires the owner to manually adjust the angle of the camera, locate the front and rear cameras, and then tilt them as needed.
I also encountered the issue of incorrect time settings on my dash cam a while ago, and figured out this setup method: After powering on, locate the settings button, enter the time and date options, then slowly adjust the year and month using the directional keys, followed by the hours and minutes. Remember to save the settings after adjustment, otherwise the time will reset the next time the power is cut off. Some older model dash cams require this manual adjustment method—watch the screen display during operation, as pressing too quickly can cause you to skip over the desired setting. The most troublesome part of setting the time, I found, is switching between the 24-hour format and AM/PM; make sure to check carefully to avoid mistakes. Additionally, the time format selection is crucial, as the display length of Chinese and English date formats differs, and smaller screens on dash cams might not display the full date. After adjusting, it's best to restart the device to check the results.