On-Board Camera

Recording from a recording camera is extremely useful in the event of a traffic dispute or accident

But you can use these cameras not only for this purpose, but also to make some nice travel videos. However, there are some details to look out for before you get into an unpleasant situation. Many people contact our customer service team saying that they want a tachograph camera, but are not sure in which neighbouring countries they can use it without incurring a penalty.

There are no bans on driving cameras in neighbouring countries such as Croatia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, the Czech Republic and Slovenia. However, there are in Austria. In Germany, it is legal to use them, but if you are stopped by a law enforcement officer, you must be informed immediately. However, there is another rule that we have to obey, otherwise we will be fined, even at home.

This is the rule that the windscreen must not be obscured by anything, so we must also position our recording cameras so that they do not obstruct our view while driving. This can be achieved by placing the camera behind the rear-view mirror. But there is one more detail that we must pay close attention to, and that is to comply fully with the provisions of the Data Protection Act.

We can use the recordings in police or court proceedings, although it is up to the judge to decide whether or not to admit the recordings as evidence. But, if we want to make the camera footage public, we can only do so by asking permission from all the people on it, and if that is not possible, we must cover up the faces of anyone who did not consent, and we must also make the number plate illegible.

How can we record from in-car cameras?

We have already clarified where you are allowed to mount the recording cameras. You can mount these types of cameras with suction cups or special brackets and typically charge them with a cigarette lighter charger or USB plug.

Most common types of recording cameras

• Car on-board camera: the most common type of recording camera is the car version. Developed specifically for in-car use, they can be easily mounted using windscreen suction cups or mounting brackets, which are included in the package.

The most common type of camera is the in-car camera.

• Motorcycle and bicycle recording cameras: Unlike car cameras, motorcycle and bicycle cameras require a special device such as a steering console, wrist strap or belt clip to mount, so it is advisable to choose a camera specifically designed for this purpose. But there is one more thing to bear in mind: these cameras cannot be recharged on the move, so choose a device with a battery that lasts long enough to record what happens to you. The built-in battery of the Midland motorcycle safety camera available in the DND Telecom webshop has a capacity of 680mAh, which allows the device to record for about 3 hours of driving.

• Recording and reversing camera.

What are the criteria for choosing a reversing camera?

To choose the perfect recording camera, the first thing to consider is the vehicle you want to record on, so that the recording device included in the package is compatible with the vehicle. In addition, there are a number of functions, features and accessories available within each type of camera that should be considered during the selection process. It's also worth taking into account the charging options.

In most cases, recording cameras can be charged on the move using a USB charging cable or cigarette lighter. Make sure the charging cable is the right length. If you'll be on the road a lot at night, you should get a camera with a night recording function. Because recording cameras with a night mode can help in the event of accidents and disputes after dark, but they are also very useful when reversing or parking. The quality of the images on the screen is important, especially when there is a dispute.

Most of these types of cameras can record in HD or FULL HD resolution. It is therefore recommended to choose the model with the highest resolution for the best possible image quality. But for the same reason, it is also worth buying the camera with the widest viewing angle. It's good to know that the most common devices have a wide-angle lens with an angle of view of between 120° and 170°.

If your car doesn't come with a GPS system, it's a good idea to choose a device that has both, and the motion detection function can be very useful in many cases. Why?Because in this case the camera automatically records when something moves in front of the car, or when it detects a bump, and don't forget the parking mode. On-board cameras with this feature will automatically start when parking if they detect shaking.

Browse through our range of motion detection cameras and don't hesitate to contact us if you need expert help!