by "deekster_caddy" (deekster_caddy)
Published 03/24/2017 at 12:20
by "deekster_caddy" (deekster_caddy)
Published 03/24/2017 at 12:20
Tags: Dashcam
STARS: 0
I’m looking at dashcams again. Something I’m really interested in - the rear camera should be wireless (besides power). Bonus if it’s weatherproof and can be mounted outside (the rear one). In my recent experience (= last 15 minutes with google) it’s very hard to find reliable info on current models - Opponauts, what are my options? Thanks!
(BTW if Torch happens to read this, any chance on an update to this article?)
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Hmm, looks like kinja ate the link. But search for jalopnik dashcam review to see what I tried to link to.
Editing to add - rear license plate frame style camera seems like a decent idea but might not be as portable as I’d like. I have no problem leaving a power outlet near the rear of every car I might use it in.
(bumped for daytime views
"daender" (daender)
03/23/2017 at 20:22, STARS: 1
I don’t recommend having any sort of recording camera mounted outside for daily use unless you want it stolen, knocked loose, or other similar fate.
"deekster_caddy" (deekster_caddy)
03/23/2017 at 20:29, STARS: 0
Hmm, wasn’t thinking about theft. I was thinking something like a license plate frame mounted camera, or something screwed down, not a stick-on. But still wireless would be nice.
"daender" (daender)
03/23/2017 at 20:56, STARS: 0
Ah, a license-plated mounted unit should be fine! I guess yours could double as both a back-up camera and a rear-view surveillance camera for accidents.
"deekster_caddy" (deekster_caddy)
03/23/2017 at 20:59, STARS: 0
Sort of, yeah. Could be used for hooking up to the trailer, but it would need power somehow (which I could take care of). Just based on how traffic has been lately, I am really itching to get one of these.
The other thing (I’ll edit my original post to include) is that it should be somewhat portable. That’s why I’m thinking a wireless/power only style of installation for the rear cam. I could leave a power outlet in the rear of each car, and move it from car to car as needed.
"Shift24" (the-nope)
03/23/2017 at 22:35, STARS: 2
I think know much of anything about dash cans but I know this is a pretty recommended website about them https://dashcamtalk.com