Can this be used as a body cam? If so, what power source would I need to purchase?
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The power source could be any rechargable 12v battery. The big issue would be the DVR. If you want to try a body cam, I am testing a VCC-003-MUVI. I hang it on a buttonhole with a section of paperclip. The day quality is very good. Night inside quality depends on available light.
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I have powered the cam and display from 6 volts, it did not work from 5 volts, warm at 12 volts. These were the wall warts I had so not definitive. No shots of a test patern and no long tests.
1717890
The camera is suitable for a body cam. Power would be 12 volts. I am using a recorder in my car that would do the recording but it is a little bulky. I have no idea what the long term power requirement for all of it would be. You might try experimenting with a single board micro computer like the Arduino for recording. I don't think it can handle video though.
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It would technically be possible, but I think it would be more trouble than its worth. You'd need a power source for it--run off of your car's cigarette lighter. Worse though, you would need some device containing a hard drive to store the video. I think you would be better off with a standalone camera that had a slot for an SD card. You might look into something called a "dash cam".
1368127
Yes, but the extent will depend on different factors including temp and Duration, but will probably be unnoticeable in most real world cases, mostly you should connect your dash cam to a switched source be it Accessory or ignition.
212994
Yes. I am sure it would work but probably only on pavement. I don't think the vibration from gravel or off road would result in clear results. Go cam recommended for those types.
2151389
It has a input for a rear camera, the USB connection should power anything, there is a apple device connection that comes with the unit
578344
This camera is wired and needs an electrical supply. This camera is probably not going to work for you.
910592
Somewhat but you will have to provide permanent power to the camera unit. The battery is only a back-up. I had some issues with the one I purchased. Last time I checked, it still wasn't working properly.
715928
Yes because it is a 12 V DC powered camera, it will work. The length of time that'll work will only depend on your battery capacity and/or solar panel output.
2125140
Thanks for your inquiry. We suggest you purchase an external power bank (5V 1A) for this cam if you want to keep it recording when you turn off your car.
1206537
Not an engineer here but if you can create steady dc power that equals what the camera needs, I don't see why not. It ships with a unit that plugs into an AC outlet which converts the voltage to what the camera needs. I am at work so I can't look at mine. I would think your solar power idea would need to have battery backup otherwise the cam will be down at night or on cloudy days.
1617664
Yes, but if you're planning to use it as a dash-cam, you have to physically turn it on every time you start your car. it can be charged by any standard 5v usb port. It can film while charging.
1187035
No. There is no external power source input to this camera. You have to keep the batteries charged. Odd they left that out.
330920
If you can do some electrical stuff yourself at home, you can install it yourself. Otherwise go to tech. It does involve connecting the camera to the rear brake light power source and the display itself to some power source (Either use the aux power from the Cigarette Lighter Adapter (messy wires), or use the cabin light source from the ceiling of the car (I used this).
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NO built-in but totally unnecessary as the cameras also need electrical power. If you explain your application I can supply you with a DIY solution. How far are your cameras from the receiver? If power fails to cameras, having DC for the monitor is moot point. NO reliable camera system operates from straight battery as within 24 hours, you are up a pole pulling down a camera to change its battery. Since each device (cameras and monitor) requires very little current, 6V rechargeable power supplies are the solution. For wiring diagrams/parts list etc: http://liveclick.us/247tech/
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Nope. All it needs is a power supply (comes with it, plug-in 12v transformer!) and typical connectors/wire to a monitor and it'll give a constant, live feed. Low def, but a constant feed. (Also, the camera is really small, incredible for the price. It can be hidden most anywhere and adapted for use in many locations including J-box, under-counter/roofline, ceiling, toys, etc.)
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Sure. It can power my webcam, so it could send power to a smart phone for charging.If I recall correctly, it has a built-in repeater, which will take a little power, but that shouldn't be an issue unless there's a problem with the USB port where you are plugging this in to charge the phone.
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You should be able to. It is audio/video in coaxial out. Yes it does use a power source