How to Turn Off a Car Dash Cam?

[OLila]

Simply press the power button of the dash cam to turn it off. When the dash cam in the car is not needed, it can be turned off. Generally, the switch of the dash cam is located directly on the device, and pressing it once will turn it off. Below is some related information about dash cams: 1. Definition of Dash Cam: A dash cam is an instrument that records images, sounds, and other related information during vehicle travel. The function of a car dash cam is similar to the "black box" used in aircraft. Its working principle involves digitally recording and cyclically updating the road conditions in front of, inside, and around the vehicle. The recorded data includes in-car audio, the car's acceleration, steering, and braking, among others, to be used for investigating traffic accident liability. 2. Classification: Dash cams are mainly divided into two types: rearview mirror dash cams and data dash cams. Rearview mirror dash cams and data dash cams are characterized by good concealment and ease of use. All-in-one dash cams are highly integrated, feature-rich, and maximize their advantages within the limited space of a car.

[SanDominic]

Last time I helped a friend set up a dash cam and found it quite simple. On the dash cam itself, locate the round button—press it once to pause recording, and to completely power it off, hold it for about 5 seconds until the screen goes completely black. For cars powered via the cigarette lighter, it automatically turns off when you turn off the engine and remove the key. However, it's recommended not to power it off frequently, as you might miss recording sudden accidents. If you don't need it temporarily, just pause the recording. This way, it saves power while parked and protects privacy. Be careful not to accidentally press the emergency lock button and overwrite important footage.

[VonJaxon]

From my experience, directly cutting off the power is the most reliable method. Bend down in the driver's seat to locate the power cable, follow it to find the connector plugged into the cigarette lighter or fuse box, and simply unplug it. However, models with built-in batteries still consume power in the background after power is cut, so you'll need to press the power button on the device to shut it down completely. Nowadays, many dash cams connect to mobile apps, making it more convenient to operate through the vehicle's system. Special reminder: always perform this operation after turning off the engine, as shutting it down while driving may cause abnormal damage to the memory card and corrupt files.

[OBlakely]

Simply put, there are two ways to turn it off: short press the power button to pause recording (light turns red), long press to power off (light goes out). Remember to save the recorded data before powering off. Some high-end models can be turned off directly in the settings menu; it's recommended to check the manual.