Why Does the Dash Cam Frequently Restart?

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MadelineFitz
07/29/25 11:17am
Frequent restarts of the dash cam are caused by poor contact. If the dash cam is powered through the cigarette lighter, this issue is more likely to occur. Here are the details: 1. Poor Contact: This issue is sometimes not easily noticeable to the naked eye. It might just be slightly misaligned, and due to vibrations or other reasons, it could automatically reset. Therefore, when encountering restarts, start troubleshooting from here. 2. Restart Scenario: To ensure the car starts smoothly, a strong current is required during ignition. At this point, to protect the device, the dash cam will power off, leading to a restart.
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