KENWOOD DRV-A601W Dash Cam & KCA-R200 Rear View Camera Bundle

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DRV-A601W - Ultra HD 4K Dash Cam with Built-in Wireless LAN - Optional Rear View Dash Cam KCA-R200 and Smart Parking Mode when Fitted with Hardwire Kit CA-DR1030

With its 8.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, DRV-A601W captures 4K video at 30fps,more then 2 times as many pixels as Wide Quad HD, making super-high resolution recording and replay possible. Auto Express Recommended 2023 product DRV-A601W 4K Ultra HD dash cam. Auto Express said: "KENWOOD's DRV-A601W unit has some features that we really like from a dash cam. Chief among these is a magnetic mount, making it much easier to remove the camera to keep it safe or swap between cars. KENWOOD's online and smartphone viewing apps are also the easiest and most intuitive to use. In terms of footage, the KENWOOD's daytime video is exceptional when it's on smoother roads, as you'd expect from a 4K camera, and it copes well with rapidly changing light conditions."DRV-A700W/ DRV-A601W/ DRV-A501W include a Polarizer Filter. This reduces such things as dashboard reflection on the windscreen, which may appear in certain positions or due to weather conditions, and helps to lessen glare on sunny days, making it possible to record clear outside images. The built-in 3-axis G Sensor with adjustable sensitivity detects an outside force, forcing the device to save what has just been recorded. In addition, the GPS Receiver allows your videos to add location and speed data.. The optional Kenwood KCA-R200 turns the DRV-A601W into a front and rear dash cam (Image credit: Amy Davies/Digital Camera World)

Front & Rear Dash Camera Bundle - This bundle includes the DRV-A601W front dash cam and the KCA-R200 rear view camera. This enables 2 recordings of footage from the front and rear camera. Ultra HD recording - there's nothing better to capture the fine details - like a number plate. The DRV-A601W has a recording resolution of 3840 x 2160 - 8.3M pixels, 4 times the Full HD resolution (2.0M: 1920 x 1080), which allows it to reproduce more obscure images such as a license plate detail. Connecting the optional rear camera (KCA-R200) makes it possible to record front and rear footage simultaneously. Pro Driver Bundle - The Pro Driver Bundle includes everything you need. DRV-A601W front dash cam. KCA-R200 rear view camera. CA-DR1030 hardwire kit which adds Smart Parking Mode features and provides permanent power when installed. 64GB SD-card. Dash cam hardshell carry case.When your vehicle is parked and turned off, the Smart Parking Mode becomes active. If your vehicle is subject to a collision or other physical impacts, your dash cam powers on thanks to the built-in G-Sensor and automatically records 30 seconds of video. The hardwire kit CA-DR1030 (optional accessory) is required for permanent power.

As a result, the company pushes the optional hard-wiring kit that plugs into the vehicle’s main power supply and allows the camera to run even when the engine is off. It’s sufficiently clever to not drain the battery, but it will record 30 seconds of footage if the built-in 3-axis G Sensor recognizes a collision or impact. Anyone who has some experience with car maintenance should be able to fit the kit in around 30 minutes, but it could be worth seeking out an auto electrician if need be. Colors are well represented, while exposures are well balanced and glare is kept to a minimum. In very bright conditions you might see some sun spots - particularly from the rear view camera, but otherwise, the image quality is fantastic.

A solid 4K dash cam without the bells and whistles

The DRV-A601W includes a Polariser Filter. This reduces such things as dashboard reflection on the windscreen, which may appear in certain positions or due to weather conditions, and helps to lessen glare on sunny days, making it possible to record clear outside images. If you have the hardware kit CA-DR1030, you can switch on “Parking Mode”. In this mode, the camera should detect any impacts “above the normal level” and start automatically recording any incidents, even when away from the car. Footage straight from the Kenwood A601W is excellent, especially for the intended purpose required.