How to Set Up an In-Car Dash Cam?

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LeAlexa
07/29/25 4:36am
Insert the memory card, and press and hold the power button to turn it on or off. The mode button can be used to switch between video recording, photo taking, or preview modes. Specific instructions are as follows: 1. Resolution: Most dash cams offer four resolution options: 1080FHD, 720P, WVGA, and VGA. For memory cards below 8GB, it is recommended to select 720P, while for those above 16GB, 1080FHD can be chosen. For daily urban use, setting it to 1080FHD is advisable to capture more detailed footage; during long-distance travel, it is suggested to set it to 720P to achieve longer recording times and avoid mid-journey video overwriting. 2. Loop Recording: Most dash cams provide three time options for loop recording: 1 minute, 2 minutes, and 3 minutes, dividing the video into segments of different durations for storage. It is recommended to choose 2 minutes per segment as the most suitable option.
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DelKira
08/12/25 8:18am
Last time I installed a new car dash cam, the setup was quite simple, don't worry. After powering on and the screen lights up, find the settings option in the main menu and click to adjust. It's recommended to first change the recording resolution, choose HD like 1080p or 720p to ensure clear and unblurred footage. Don't forget to sync the time and date for reliability in case of accidents. Turn on loop recording to automatically overwrite old files and prevent the memory card from getting full. Sound recording can be turned off if privacy is important. If there's parking monitoring, lower the sensitivity to save power. After setup, click save, test the recording effect, and make sure the lens is aligned with the front window without tilting. Regularly clean the memory card and format it monthly to extend its lifespan—just a few simple steps to get it done.
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