Volvo XC90 Dash Cam Buyers Guide
VIOFO A129 PRO DUO
With Viofo A129 dash cam you not only will get sharp images but it also automatically balances the lighting at overly bright and dark areas near your Volvo XC90 by using the upgraded 7-Glass F1.8 aperture lens and WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) technology.
It comes with Buffered Parking Mode which detects the collision beforehand and starts capturing the event around your Volvo XC90
To effectively use parking mode, it is better to buy VIOFO HK3 hardwire cable separately.
The Unique features about VIOFO A129 PRO DUO is it has got the dual band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) WiFi, which helps you transfer files fast without any wireless interference.
The built-in GPS will log the location, time (satellite synchronized) and the speed of your Volvo XC90, so if you ever get pulled over for speeding, you will have ample information about your driven path as evidence.
- Dual dash cam, front (4k, 130°) and rear (1080p, 140°).
- 8 MP Sony image sensors with perfect amount of wide view.
- Built-in GPS and Dual band WiFi
- Buffered parking mode,Loop recording, emergency recording, motion detection, time lapse.
The maximum SD card that can be used is on Viofo A129 is 256 GB.
Here is data on how long it will take before looping to the first video file.
256GB
HBR : 18.2 {18 H 12m)
LBR : 28.6 {28h 36mm}
128GB
HBR : 9.1 ( 9h 6m )
LBR : 14.1 (14H 6M)
64GB
HBR : 4.5 (4h 30m)
LBR : 7.1 ( 7H 6M)
[ HBR= high bit rate LBR= Low Bit rate]
What’s in the box!
- 1* Front & Rear camera
- 1* Car charger
- 1* Rear camera cable
- 1* Mini USB cable
- 1* GPS mount
- 1* Trim removal tool
- 5* Clips
- 2* Stickers for front & rear cam
1* Mount for rear camera
1* Card Reader adapter
FAQ's
Does Viofo A129 dash cam work if connected to OBD port?
No, native OBD port is not supported.
Can you use the screen and rear cam as a backup cam setup?
Not advised as the screen is too small to use as a backup camera.
It is of enough size to hold it in your hand and view the footage, so in case of emergency you don’t have to waste time transfering files to your system.
NEXTBASE 422GW
Nextbase 422GW is a Great dash cam for your Volvo XC90, apart from parking mode, night vision, and g sensors, it is also Alexa enabled and has SOS emergency alerts which is a bargain considering the quality and the price of this model. know more about the Nextbase dash cam below.
- 140° wide-angle view at 1440p, 30fps with night mode, giving you an amazing image quality.
- Parking mode (high sensitive G sensors) suitable so that the nextbase422w dash cam can record and save any bumps or unusual movement when you are away from your Volvo XC90.
- Alexa integrated, you can take calls, play your favorite music while driving with a peaceful mind.
- 10 Hz GPS module with SOS alerts, to alert emergency services to your location in case of an accident.
- Touch screen is provided.
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for you to view the footage on the go. very helpful in the if you need to show it to the cops.
- Easy to remove the dash cam from Magnetic Mount whenever you please.
FAQs
Does the Nextbase 422GW work with ODB2 Cable?
Nextbase 422gw dash cam comes with a 12V adapter for power and not for the ODB2 You can buy a hardwire kit that will piggyback into your fuse box.
Can the Nextbase dash cam be hard wired?
YES! it can be connected to the battery through fuse box using a hard-wiring kit[Nextbase kit is recommended].
Can Alexa be permanently disabled?
sure, you can always disable Alexa. It is an optional feature.
BlackVue DR900X- 2CH
- 4K Ultra HD footage at 1080p resolution.
- 8 MP front (CMOS sensor) and 2.1 MP rear (Sony Starvis™ sensor), best for low light near your Volvo XC90
- 265 High Efficiency Video Coding system compresses video file without compromising quality.
- With Cloud service you can enjoy live view from your dash cam on the BlackVue mobile app.
- Native parking mode, without any additional accessories.
- Voltage cutoff and timer can be set in the BlackVue App to protect your vehicle’s battery.
- Impact and motion detection around your Volvo XC90.
- Operation Temperature: : -20 °C, -4 °F – 70 °C ,158 °F (manufactured with super capacitors).
- Built-in GPS to visualize your location of your Volvo XC90 on map during playback.
- Built in WiFi helps to download video files instantly into your smartphone/tablet.
- LTE module(optional) will provide an amazing cloud experience.
What’s in the box!
- BlackVue DR900X-2CH (Front Cam + Rear Cam)
- Power Cord
- Rear Cam Cable
- x5 Cable Clips
- Double-Sided Tape for Mounting Brackets
- BlackVue 32 GB micro-SD Card
- micro-SD Card Reader