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Garmin Dash Cam 20 Full HD dash cam with GPS

Item # 150DSHCAM2

If you've been in a major accident or even a little fender-bender, you know how fuzzy the facts can get in heat of...

If you've been in a major accident or even a little fender-bender, you know how fuzzy the facts can get in heat of...

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Item # 150DSHCAM2

About the Garmin Dash Cam 20

Alexander H.

Peace of mind

If you've been in a major accident or even a little fender-bender, you know how fuzzy the facts can get in heat of the moment, when you're full of adrenaline, staring at your ruined car, and another driver is shouting their side of the story at you. Well, Garmin can refresh your memory with the Dash Cam 20, your very own unblinking eyewitness. And unlike many other models, the Dash Cam 20 includes a GPS receiver which will record the latitude, longitude, date, time, speed, and direction of travel along with the video files in order to provide a more complete presentation of the incident.

Peace of mind

If you've been in a major accident or even a little fender-bender, you know how fuzzy the facts can get in heat of the moment, when you're full of adrenaline, staring at your ruined car, and another driver is shouting their side of the story at you. Well, Garmin can refresh your memory with the Dash Cam 20, your very own unblinking eyewitness. And unlike many other models, the Dash Cam 20 includes a GPS receiver which will record the latitude, longitude, date, time, speed, and direction of travel along with the video files in order to provide a more complete presentation of the incident.

wide angle

The Garmin Dash Cam 20's wide angle lens records a more complete view of an incident.

So simple

This compact dash cam fits in the palm of your hand, so it won't clutter up your field of vision and it's easy to swap between cars. You simply install the cam in the sturdy suction cup, attach it to the windshield, and plug it into your car's 12-volt power point, you're done. The fully automated camera starts recording once the engine is turned on and stops when the engine is turned off. Simply enjoy the peace of mind — the Garmin Dash Cam 20 is loop-recording a high resolution, wide-angle view of the road to set the record straight if something unexpected happens.

Little black box

In the golden era of distracted driving, it's an unfortunate reality that not every driver's eyes are always on the road. If you're involved in an accident, this device's built-in G-Sensor detects hard braking or a collision, and knows to save the last, current and next recordings, preserving a complete record of the event. An integrated microphone allows audio recording capability; if you need to take the cam out and get some snapshots of damage, it has photo capability as well.

Video output

Dash Cam 20 records 1080p, 720p or WVGA video files in a continuous loop, using the included 4 GB microSD™ card. The included card will give you 1 hour of video at 1080p; 2.25 hours at 720p; or 4.75 hours at WVGA. To increase storage, you can add a larger microSD card (up to 32 GB). Its 2.3-inch color display makes playback and camera positioning simple.

Warning: The use of this device and/or a windshield mount may be restricted in some states or jurisdictions.

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Highlights:

    General:
    • portable digital video recorder with vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cable, 4GB microSD card with SD adapter
    • GPS receiver for incident geo-tracking and time-stamping
    • records 1080p 720p or WVGA video files
    • 2.3" TFT LCD display for viewing and playback
    • G-sensor incident detection
    • internal microphone for audio recording
    Specifications:
    • dimensions: 2.6"W x 3.2"H x 1.4"D
    • weight: 1/4 lb.
    • frame rate: 30 FPS
    • battery life: up to 1 hour
    Other info:
    • warranty: 1 year limited
    • MFR # 010-01311-00

    What's in the box:

    • Dash Cam 20
    • Suction cup windshield mount
    • Car charger with cigarette lighter adapter (65" cable and Mini-B USB 2.0 plug)
    • 4 GB Micro SD card (installed in camera)
    • Micro SD adapter (in plastic case)
    • 20" USB cable (Type A USB on one end and Mini-B USB 2.0 on other end)
    • Owner's Manual (Eng)
    • Owner's Manual (Fren)
    • Owner's Manual (Span)
    • Software License Agreement
    • Important Safety and Product Information

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    Features

    Overview: The Garmin Dash Cam 20 is a stand-alone recorder with GPS which mounts to your windshield with the supplied suction cup mount. It has a 2.3" LCD display, and comes with a 4 GB microSD card. As it records, the time and date and location data (coordinates, speed, and direction of travel) are embedded into the video so you'll know exactly when and where a captured event occurred.

    Recording: The Dash Cam 20 records in a continuous loop onto a microSD card. It records both audio and video as you drive, or video only (if desired). As long as the Dash Cam is receiving power, it is recording. As the available memory runs out, it starts recording over the oldest recordings. You can also take still photos at any time by pressing the Photo button on the front panel.

    Resolution: The Dash Cam 20's 3MP camera sensor records high definition video in AVI format (H.264 compression) at 30 frames per second onto the microSD card. You can set the resolution to 1080p, 720p, or VGA. The higher the resolution, the shorter the available recording time on the memory card.

    Display: The unit is equipped with a 2.3" color TFT LCD display. You can use the display to properly aim the camera while recording, or for playing back recordings. The brightness of the screen can be adjusted in the menu.

    Lens: The Dash Cam has a wide-angle lens that gives you a full view of the road. You can manually adjust the exposure for brighter or darker lighting conditions.

    Microphone: An integrated microphone records audio inside the vehicle. If desired, the microphone can be turned off so the unit records only video.

    Rechargeable Battery: The built-in rechargeable battery is charged when connected to vehicle power through the cigarette lighter adapter. Normally, the unit will be plugged into vehicle power as you drive. If you need to remove the Dash Cam from the vehicle, the battery has enough stored power to operate approximately 1 hour.

    microSD Card: The Dash Cam 20 comes with a 4 GB microSD card. A microSD adapter is included for viewing on devices that will accept only full-sized SD cards. The Dash Cam 20 is compatible with microSD cards (and microSDHC cards) up to 32 GB. Speed Class 10 microSD cards are required. The available recording time for microSD cards is as follows:

    microSD card (# of files) 1080p 720p VGA
    4 GB (6 files) 48 mins 2.2 hrs 4.8 hrs
    8 GB (15 files) 96 mins 4.4 hrs 9.6 hrs
    16 GB (30 files) 192 mins 8.8 hrs 19.2 hrs
    32 GB (60 files) 384 mins 17.6 hrs 38.4 hrs

    Automatic Incident Detection: The Dash Cam has a built-in G-sensor, which can detect when a collision or hard braking occurs. When the G-sensor detects an incident, the previous, current, and next recordings are automatically saved. This way, a complete record of the moments before, during, and after the event is preserved. The Event Detection Sensor needs to be calibrated before use, and the sensitivity adjusted as needed.

    Installation: The Dash Cam 20 is designed to be mounted on your windshield using the included suction cup mount. It should always be mounted in the upright orientation, otherwise the resulting video will be upside down or sideways. If connected to an ignition-switch powered outlet, the Dash Cam will turn on and off automatically as you turn the ignition on and off.

    Viewing Videos and Photos: You can view recorded video and still image files on the Dash Cam's LCD screen. You can remove the microSD card and view the files using a card reader on your computer. Videos and still images are stored in separate folders. When viewing the footage on your computer, you'll have a record of latitude, longitude, date, time, speed, and direction of travel.

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    What are the pro's and con's you've found using this unit?
    john  May 27, 2014
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    Found no cons whatsoever. The camera is the best one that I have found. Exceptional clarity of video and audio. I installed a higher capacity card as I use it throughout the day while working. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone.
    brennan  Jun 01, 2014
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    No ProsCons: It would not power up right out of the box. Crutchfield was good about the return
    ryan  May 28, 2014
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    This Dash cam 20 is easy to use, set up and adjust event detection. It can be moved between vehicles and ready to go in less than a minute and can be taken out to take still pics of an accident if needed. If you have a extra SD card you can switch them out in seconds if you need to save a event such as an accident. This unit works as stated, vedio playback is clear even in nighttime recording. As far as cons, I have not had any personally.
    stan  May 28, 2014
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    THis is a very good quality unit. I have 2 other cams and it is clearly the best one. Pros: high quality video, GPS accuracy Cons: Cord is way to short for most cars. I had to order a second, longer cord. Who ever measured the OEM cord must have done so in a Smart Car. No one button audio on/off switch to turn audio on/off when needed. I keep audio off during normal driving to save space and I don't like to hear myself singing when I review the videos. It needs a button that you can reach up and turn the audio on in an instant if you need it. No one button screen on/off button. It would be nice to be able to push a screen on/off button just to make sure that your cam is working.
    larry  May 28, 2014
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    With the rise in insurance scams (staged accidents), a dash cam is a necessity. The Garmin Dash Cam 20 is outstanding. It provides very clear picture, is easy to set up, and I especially like the fact that it also provides audio and mph recoding. I also got the 32 meg card, but I think the smaller 4 meg card should be sufficient. Watch your language - it picks up everything including my running commentary on other drivers. The only thing I don't like is the window mount; I prefer a dash mount, but if you do that, it records upside down.
    gerson j  May 28, 2014
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    Pro's: Once set up it just sits there silently and does its job. Good Quality video, and it never misses a thing. You can be confident that if anything happens this will have recorded it. It goes on automatically when you start the car and shuts down when you do. Cons: Relatively expensive. Power cord was too short but Garmin sells a 15 footer on their site.
    fred  May 28, 2014
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    Pros: It is simple to use but has sophisticated functionality that far exceeds the "cheap" dash cams I researched before I found the Garmin. I also bought a 16gb card and never worry about running out of room to record a trip. The mounting apparatus works perfectly and allows for quick release or adjustment. No cons that I have discovered yet. I believe that you get what you pay for and the cost of this Garmin is well worth it!
    dale w.  May 28, 2014

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