_Introduction

If you’re considering buying a Dash Cam for extra security on the road, you might have a few questions, like do Dash Cams record when the car is off? Your Dash Cam’s got you covered 24/7 with a Parking Mode feature whether you’re parked at home, on the street, or in a public car park.

With Parking Mode enabled, your Dash Cam will turn on automatically should it detect anything unusual happening around your car. At Jimi IoT, all of our Dash Cams have this feature. You can have peace of mind that your Dash Cam is watching over your car even when you’re not around Read more about Dash Cams with Parking Mode below.

_{User Control and Settings in Dashcams}

_{Adjustable Recording Time Intervals}

Users have the flexibility to customize their dashcam’s recording duration through adjustable time intervals. These intervals determine the length of each recording segment before the dashcam starts a new file.

Commonly, dashcams allow users to choose recording intervals ranging from a few minutes to several minutes per file. This setting enables users to strike a balance between video file duration and storage capacity.

_{Control Over Recording Behavior}

Empowering users with control over recording behavior is a key aspect of dashcam settings. The ability to adjust recording intervals serves various purposes, such as:

Capturing Specific Events: Users can choose shorter intervals to ensure that specific events are captured in more detail.

Optimizing Storage Usage: Longer intervals may be preferred to maximize storage efficiency and minimize the frequency of file overwrites.

Meeting Legal Requirements: In regions where dashcam footage may be subject to legal scrutiny, users can set intervals that align with local regulations.

Incorporating advanced sensors, including G-sensors and motion detection, the JC181 responds proactively to specific events. The G-sensor detects sudden changes in vehicle dynamics, triggering recording during collisions or abrupt stops. Simultaneously, the motion detection mechanism captures movement within the dashcam’s field of view, ideal for scenarios such as parking surveillance.

Furthermore, the JC181 introduces user-friendly controls and settings, allowing users to tailor their dashcam preferences. From adjustable recording time intervals to customizable resolution settings, the JC181 empowers users to take control of their recording experience. Users can confidently protect specific files from deletion, ensuring that critical footage, such as event-triggered recordings, remains intact.

_{What is Parking Mode on a Dash Cam?}

Parking Mode on a dash cam is a feature that allows the camera to continue recording even when your car is parked and the engine is turned off. It’s designed to provide surveillance and protection for your vehicle while it’s unattended.

What exactly is a parking mode dash cam, and why does it make a huge difference in the way drivers protect and monitor their vehicles? To start with, a dash cam is a small camera that is mounted inside a vehicle, which records the exterior of the vehicle (there is also typically an option to add an internal camera). Most drivers utilize dash cams for footage of their drives: the dash cam is always recording, and drivers have crisp footage of what’s happening around their vehicles. This can be useful in the event of a driving incident, is perfect if you have loved ones behind the wheel, and is even great for monitoring fleet vehicles.

Dash cams typically provide you with clear footage of your drives, and have some other main features, such as the ability to view a remote livestream, track vehicle locations, and get incident alerts, in the event of a driving incident involving your vehicle. But only certain dash cams have parking mode, a next-generation feature that’s used to protect vehicles while they’re parked.

A parking mode dash cam uses advanced technology to actively monitor your parked vehicle. Specifically, these dash cams use sensors that detect impact when your car is parked. This then “wakes up” the dash cam, which will not only send you automatic alerts, but will also capture an automatic clip of the incident, to ensure you have the video evidence you need.

_{How does Dash Cam Parking Mode work?}

Parking mode is a feature designed for surveillance when the vehicle is parked and the engine is turned off. It uses sensors like the G-sensor and motion detection to trigger recording when it detects an event, such as a collision or movement around the parked vehicle.

When an event is detected, the dashcam activates and records a segment of footage. This footage is often saved in a separate folder or protected from overwriting to ensure that important events are preserved.

_{Addressing Power Consumption Concerns}

While parking mode is valuable for enhanced security, it raises concerns about power consumption. Continuous operation in parking mode could drain the vehicle’s battery.

To mitigate this, many dashcams have voltage cutoff features that automatically turn off the dashcam when the vehicle’s battery reaches a certain voltage level. This prevents excessive discharge and ensures that the vehicle can still start when the driver returns.

Understanding the power supply options and parking mode functionality empowers users to make informed choices based on their preferences and the specific requirements of their recording scenarios. Whether relying on batteries or hardwiring, dashcams offer versatile solutions to meet different user needs.

_{What are the benefits of a Parking Mode Dash Cam?}

There are a few key reasons Dash Cams have Parking Mode installed as standard. Here are some of the benefits:

_{24/7 protection}

Parking mode is a pair of eyes when you’re not around. You don’t have to worry about your car no matter where it’s parked, as Intelligent Parking Mode gives you peace of mind that you’ll know exactly what’s taken place should you get bumped by another car. Your Dash Cam will also record vandalism or incidents taking place around the car which can be used for insurance claims or if you need to press charges.

_Evidence

Without a Dash Cam, you can’t prove you’ve been involved in an accident. This is another benefit of Dash Cam Parking Mode. Footage will show the exact moment an incident took place and prove liability. This helps progress insurance claims. Your Dash Cam will also capture registration numbers and car make and model should you need to identify the driver.

_Security

Dash Cams act as deterrents from vandalism and reckless driving. Having a Dash Cam with Parking Mode installed means you’re less likely to be targeted by criminals.

_{Impact detection}

Intelligent Parking Mode will only turn on if the G sensor within your Dash Cam is triggered, meaning a bump must be detected before it powers on fully. Your Dash Cam will only use low levels of power when necessary.