CAN YOU USE A DASH CAM AS A REVERSING CAMERA

CAN YOU USE A DASHCAM FOR REVERSING CAMERA?

The dash cam can be used as a reversing camera. But a simple driving recorder cannot be used as a reversing camera, because the reversing image requires a special camera at the back to transmit the image to the display. For example, Mercylion M9961 Streaming Media Recorder is a machine with voice control, parking mode, reversing image and other functions in one. It supports the function of automatically turning on the reversing camera when reversing. In addition, it also supports the auxiliary line for reversing. However, during installation, it is necessary to connect the reversing lamp line（This is the trigger signal）. Ordinary dash cam can only use the reverse camera if they purchase the reverse image camera separately. Therefore, not all dash-cams can replace the reverse camera.

HOW TO USE A DASH CAM AS A REVERSING CAMERA?

The reversing camera is basically installed near the license plate. It is connected to the reversing lamp and automatically switches to reverse gear. Connect the rear view camera to the installation line, and connect the reversing detection line of the installation line to the positive pole of the reversing light; in the video mode, switch to the reverse gear. And the screen automatically switches to the rear view lens. Display the reverse image;after exiting the reverse gear, the machine automatically returns to the video mode.In the rear view lens interface of the video mode, slide the screen up and down to adjust the height of the viewing area of the rear view lens; when entering the reversing interface, slide the screen up and down to adjust the height of the reverse display, and the two heights can be adjusted separately.

You can adjustment of reversing auxiliary line, first, enter the reverse gear and switch to the preview interface of the reverse auxiliary line. Press and hold the position circled by the 6 white dots in the figure below to adjust the reverse auxiliary line to the desired position. After exiting the reverse, the current auxiliary line position will be memorized. Second, press system reset in the menu to reset the current reversing auxiliary line to the factory position.

CONCLUSION

Nowadays, the functions of the dashcams are various, and it has developed into a device that not only has the function of shooting and recording. Of course, the main function of the dashcams is to shoot and record. Functions such as reverse image, remote monitoring and alarm are also maturing, making the recorder a good tool for vehicle protection.