What are the different recording modes on Thinkware Dash Cams?Updated 25 days ago
Thinkware’s Various Recording Modes
All Thinkware Dash Cams come equipped with various recording modes that can be tailored to you. All Thinkware devices offer various Parking Mode options, which can be configured based on your needs. In addition to Parking Modes, Thinkware cameras all have Continuous, Incident and Manual Recording modes.
Continuous Recording – Records constantly while driving
When you power up any Thinkware Dash Cam, the camera will begin continuously recording.
- Records constantly while driving
- Automatically triggered by starting the vehicle's ignition.
- Records in 1-minute Segments
- All cameras in a multi-channel setup will record simultaneously
Incident Recording – Begins an Incident Clip if an accident occurs while driving
Thinkware Dash Cams come standard with a built-in Gyro-sensor that detects impacts while on the road.
- Begins a 20-second Incident Clip if an impact occurs while driving
- Incident Video is recorded from 10 seconds before the impact until 10 seconds after (20 seconds)
- Incident Recording Mode is combined with Continuous Recording Mode
- When the sensor is triggered, the video file will be saved in the Event Recording Folder
- The Event Recording Folder saves only Incident Recording,s which makes locating that crucial accident footage easy.
Manual Recording – Manually begin a video clip when you see something video-worthy while driving
We recognize that some moments while driving are worth keeping; thus, all Thinkware Dash Cam models come with Manual Recording Mode.
- Also combined with the Continuous Recording Mode
- All Thinkware Dash Cams have an easy-to-access Manual Record Button
- When the Manual Record button is pressed, the Dash Cam will record a 1 Minute Video File
- Manual Recording Files are saved solely in the Manual Folder
Parking Mode – Records any incidents while away from the vehicle
All Thinkware Dash Cams come standard with Parking Mode built in. With Parking Mode enabled, you can put your mind at ease knowing that your vehicle will be protected while you are away.
- Records any incidents while away from the vehicle.
- Requires Hardwiring, OBD-II, or Battery Pack as the power source.
- Cannot use the Car Charger to activate Parking Mode
- Detects Motion and Impacts while away from the vehicle
- Stores all Parking Files in the Parking Recording Folders
- Built-in Voltmeter and Timer to prevent battery drainage
- Choice Between Motion and Impact Detection, TimeLapse*, or Energy Saving Mode *specific dashcam models
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