First attempt, single camera 12V system.

[benmg 0]

Hi all,

 

I'm looking to fit a simple system in an unusual place.

I've seen dash cam units (example at bottom of post) for sale, but the entry level ones are pretty poor and loop after only 15 mins.

 

So i wondered just how dificult could it be to put one together.

 

A few points and bits i've already looked into;

 

To be on the safe side the camera will not be hidden (also to keep costs down).

HD not being considered at this point.

A seperate battery or 12V feed from the car battery would be preffered.

A small-ish seperate 'set and forget' recording device would be ideal.

No microphone is needed at this point.

 

Any pointers would be greatly recieved, this is my first attempt and I want to make it a good one.

 

TYIA

 

Ben

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vehicle-IR-Car-Dash-Camera-DVR-Road-Recorder-Dashboard-Night-Vision-6-LED-H198-/170869960413?pt=US_Surveillance_Digital_Video_Recorders_Cards&hash=item27c8a4aedd

[GrouchoBoucho 0]

there are lots of ip cameras (yes, including hd) that have built-in recording to sd card that will give you hours, days or weeks of recording. most can be powered from 12v and run separate from any recorder - you just plug in your laptop when you want to view the video. i've seen 1080p domes starting around $200.