Review of the AdvoCam-FD3 DVR and Action Kit
I have already talked about the DVR AdvoCam-HD2 .
This time in my hands was the DVR, which for many reasons can
attributed to the category of "premuim". The device itself is not cheap, the future owner
AdvoCam-FD3 will cost 7 990 rubles.
Detailed specifications see here .
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The following accessories were found in the box:
A large set of accessories indicates the possibility of using a recorder.
outside the car as a normal video camera and camera. To
use the recorder outside the car as widely as possible, a set of accessories will come in handy
Action Kit, I already told about it in the previous review.
Having dealt with a complete set, we will study directly process of shooting.
The first "bun" - you can start recording either manually or automatically. Second
option implies that the device responds to sound louder than 65 dB, which corresponds to
engine idle. If the sound is quieter than this threshold for 2
minutes, the recording will turn off.
The viewing angle is 160 degrees, which clearly exceeds the 120-degree limit
parts of recorders in our market. An important point - no “fish effect”
eyes "is not observed, the image is quite a" rectangular ".
The camera has a 5-megapixel matrix, the video is recorded in the following modes:
1920 by 1080 pixels / 12 Mbit - the so-called SPORT mode with maximum
quality; 2-minute file size - ~ 168 MB
1920 by 1080 pixels / 6 Mbit - the best option for the road, the numbers are distinguishable
from a distance of 5-6 meters; 2-minute file size - ~ 87 MB
1280 by 720 points / 4 Mbit - numbers of cars are distinguishable from about 4 meters;
2-minute file size ~ 60 MB
800 by 480 points / car numbers are distinguishable from 1-2 meters, no more;
2-minute file size ~ 60 MB
320 to 240 points / recorded general traffic situation; size of 2 minutes
file ~ 10 MB
1280 at 720 points CCTV / frequency 6 frames per second, the minimum bit rate;
size of 2-minute file ~ 28 MB.
CCTV mode is used for the video surveillance function, but more about it later.
Rollers are formed over the duration of 15 minutes "overlapped", without losing 1-3 seconds
between them. I will not talk about quality - at the end of the review I will give a sufficient set
video, so that everyone can independently draw conclusions. I will note only
that the exposure is set automatically, as well as the white balance. For reference
the recording does not necessarily connect to the cigarette lighter, the built-in battery is enough
about 4 hours of battery life. During the week in the "home-work-home"
I had to charge every 4-5 days.
A separate paragraph deserves the aforementioned CCTV mode, allowing
use the recorder as a video surveillance system. is he
implies a “pair” application with a wireless control panel transmitting
signal at a distance of 5 meters. Video is written with a resolution of 1280 by 720 pixels
with a frequency of 6 frames per second. As a result, a 32 GB memory card is enough
for video storage with a total duration of 14 days. Viewing angle and resolution
will allow to control the room up to 30 square meters. In this
In this mode, it will be useful to turn on the sound detection — in order not to waste memory and
battery for shooting an empty room.
Now about the photographic abilities of the recorder. For photography, you can choose
one of three options:
2048x1536 pixels (3M)
•
2592x1944 points (5M)
•
3200x2400 pixels (8M)
The latter option clearly goes beyond the 5 megapixel matrix, but the manufacturer
honestly reports the interpolation involved. There are a total of four modes for
photography: normal single frame, a series of three shots, shooting at intervals
from 2 to 60 seconds and a timer mode for 5 or 10 seconds. Digital zoom, yes
six-fold - a rare visitor among registrars. In my opinion, it is most useful.
just when taking pictures.
In general, the device creates a pleasant impression. But there are downsides - on points
I will list what I did not like in the registrar:
As I said, AdvoCam-FD3 itself costs 7,990 rubles. What else can be found in
about the same money?
One of the main competitors, in my opinion, is the Q2 CARD for 6,900 rubles. To his
unequivocal benefits include a large number of camera settings, several
options for the duration of the saved videos and USB host (you can insert a USB flash drive).
In addition, KARKAM is able to protect a file from one-touch loop erasure,
that in AdvoCam-FD3 is done only through the menu. Disadvantages: modest grade with
only one mounting option - on the windshield. Viewing angle 120 degrees against
160 for AdvoCam-FD3, the battery capacity is half as much (2 hours of autonomous video recording
against four for any AdvoCam), and the operating temperature starts from 0 degrees
Celsius (AdvoCam operates at -20 degrees of frost).
Also, AdvoCam-FD3 can be compared with DOD F900LHD (price - 8,600 rubles). Kit
the supply of the latter is really good and there is little inferior to picking
AdvoCam-FD3, although it also offers mounting only on glass. Among the obvious
advantages - motion sensor in the frame. But the body is much more modes SPORT
and CCTV is not, the battery will last only 1.5 hours of battery life. One more
a noticeable flaw - stopping shooting for about 1 second each time during
saving one file and creating another.
The general disadvantage of KARKAM and DOD - without exaggeration, a large number of fakes
in the same package and with the same name on the market, which are easy to run into,
making a purchase over the Internet. The design of the same AdvoCam, as far as I know,
unique, there are no devices for copying it yet.
Now - the promised videos.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwXQHUZn-Wo&feature=youtu.be&hd=1
Day recording
youtu.be/tXuEkt1p7rc?hd=1
Night recording
www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7XFNnerj9I&feature=youtu.be&hd=1
Work in video surveillance mode
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxYTzky_59g&feature=youtu.be&hd=1
Downhill skiing and snowboarding (using the Action Kit)
youtu.be/UmLNJZtThvs?hd=1
Demonstration of 6x approximation (available in all AdvoCam recorders)
youtu.be/7FCOT5TyR8E?hd=1
Testing of the hermobox from the Action Kit with the AdvoCam-HD2 recorder
This time in my hands was the DVR, which for many reasons can
attributed to the category of "premuim". The device itself is not cheap, the future owner
AdvoCam-FD3 will cost 7 990 rubles.
Detailed specifications see here .
Equipment
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The following accessories were found in the box:
- The registrar himself;
- mounts on the windshield and separately - on the dashboard.
- charging for cigarette lighter;
- adapter for charging from the network;
- remote control and clip for it;
- miniUSB cable;
- audio video cable for connecting to a TV;
- bag for carrying the registrar;
- "Sticky";
- clip for attaching to clothes;
- lace on the hand;
- paper instruction;
- sticker "video surveillance";
A large set of accessories indicates the possibility of using a recorder.
outside the car as a normal video camera and camera. To
use the recorder outside the car as widely as possible, a set of accessories will come in handy
Action Kit, I already told about it in the previous review.
Shooting process
Having dealt with a complete set, we will study directly process of shooting.
The first "bun" - you can start recording either manually or automatically. Second
option implies that the device responds to sound louder than 65 dB, which corresponds to
engine idle. If the sound is quieter than this threshold for 2
minutes, the recording will turn off.
The viewing angle is 160 degrees, which clearly exceeds the 120-degree limit
parts of recorders in our market. An important point - no “fish effect”
eyes "is not observed, the image is quite a" rectangular ".
The camera has a 5-megapixel matrix, the video is recorded in the following modes:
1920 by 1080 pixels / 12 Mbit - the so-called SPORT mode with maximum
quality; 2-minute file size - ~ 168 MB
1920 by 1080 pixels / 6 Mbit - the best option for the road, the numbers are distinguishable
from a distance of 5-6 meters; 2-minute file size - ~ 87 MB
1280 by 720 points / 4 Mbit - numbers of cars are distinguishable from about 4 meters;
2-minute file size ~ 60 MB
800 by 480 points / car numbers are distinguishable from 1-2 meters, no more;
2-minute file size ~ 60 MB
320 to 240 points / recorded general traffic situation; size of 2 minutes
file ~ 10 MB
1280 at 720 points CCTV / frequency 6 frames per second, the minimum bit rate;
size of 2-minute file ~ 28 MB.
CCTV mode is used for the video surveillance function, but more about it later.
Rollers are formed over the duration of 15 minutes "overlapped", without losing 1-3 seconds
between them. I will not talk about quality - at the end of the review I will give a sufficient set
video, so that everyone can independently draw conclusions. I will note only
that the exposure is set automatically, as well as the white balance. For reference
the recording does not necessarily connect to the cigarette lighter, the built-in battery is enough
about 4 hours of battery life. During the week in the "home-work-home"
I had to charge every 4-5 days.
A separate paragraph deserves the aforementioned CCTV mode, allowing
use the recorder as a video surveillance system. is he
implies a “pair” application with a wireless control panel transmitting
signal at a distance of 5 meters. Video is written with a resolution of 1280 by 720 pixels
with a frequency of 6 frames per second. As a result, a 32 GB memory card is enough
for video storage with a total duration of 14 days. Viewing angle and resolution
will allow to control the room up to 30 square meters. In this
In this mode, it will be useful to turn on the sound detection — in order not to waste memory and
battery for shooting an empty room.
Photo mode
Now about the photographic abilities of the recorder. For photography, you can choose
one of three options:
2048x1536 pixels (3M)
•
2592x1944 points (5M)
•
3200x2400 pixels (8M)
The latter option clearly goes beyond the 5 megapixel matrix, but the manufacturer
honestly reports the interpolation involved. There are a total of four modes for
photography: normal single frame, a series of three shots, shooting at intervals
from 2 to 60 seconds and a timer mode for 5 or 10 seconds. Digital zoom, yes
six-fold - a rare visitor among registrars. In my opinion, it is most useful.
just when taking pictures.
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In general, the device creates a pleasant impression. But there are downsides - on points
I will list what I did not like in the registrar:
- No motion sensor and GPS module. Do they have a real need -
This is a separate question, but for the sake of completeness, the “pumped over to all 100 registrars”
just enough of them; - You can not manually stop or start recording when the screen is off. Remote controller
also does not help; - too sensitive microphone - records when driving
a lot of noise. However, the sound recording is really needed only during a conversation with
inspector or other drivers, and the car at this time stands still; - Often users complain that when using a non-native cable
the recorder cannot simultaneously capture and charge. This is confirmed on
practice. There are two possible solutions to the problem: first, why not use
charger from the kit? If any objective reasons do not
allow, you can solder the cable. The soldering scheme is here.
Comparison
As I said, AdvoCam-FD3 itself costs 7,990 rubles. What else can be found in
about the same money?
One of the main competitors, in my opinion, is the Q2 CARD for 6,900 rubles. To his
unequivocal benefits include a large number of camera settings, several
options for the duration of the saved videos and USB host (you can insert a USB flash drive).
In addition, KARKAM is able to protect a file from one-touch loop erasure,
that in AdvoCam-FD3 is done only through the menu. Disadvantages: modest grade with
only one mounting option - on the windshield. Viewing angle 120 degrees against
160 for AdvoCam-FD3, the battery capacity is half as much (2 hours of autonomous video recording
against four for any AdvoCam), and the operating temperature starts from 0 degrees
Celsius (AdvoCam operates at -20 degrees of frost).
Also, AdvoCam-FD3 can be compared with DOD F900LHD (price - 8,600 rubles). Kit
the supply of the latter is really good and there is little inferior to picking
AdvoCam-FD3, although it also offers mounting only on glass. Among the obvious
advantages - motion sensor in the frame. But the body is much more modes SPORT
and CCTV is not, the battery will last only 1.5 hours of battery life. One more
a noticeable flaw - stopping shooting for about 1 second each time during
saving one file and creating another.
The general disadvantage of KARKAM and DOD - without exaggeration, a large number of fakes
in the same package and with the same name on the market, which are easy to run into,
making a purchase over the Internet. The design of the same AdvoCam, as far as I know,
unique, there are no devices for copying it yet.
AdvoCam-FD3 Video Examples
Now - the promised videos.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwXQHUZn-Wo&feature=youtu.be&hd=1
Day recording
youtu.be/tXuEkt1p7rc?hd=1
Night recording
www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7XFNnerj9I&feature=youtu.be&hd=1
Work in video surveillance mode
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxYTzky_59g&feature=youtu.be&hd=1
Downhill skiing and snowboarding (using the Action Kit)
youtu.be/UmLNJZtThvs?hd=1
Demonstration of 6x approximation (available in all AdvoCam recorders)
youtu.be/7FCOT5TyR8E?hd=1
Testing of the hermobox from the Action Kit with the AdvoCam-HD2 recorder
Source: https://habr.com/ru/post/148619/
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