"Karkam Duo" - a DVR with two cameras. Description, characteristics
The segment of DVRs is not widediversity. Manufacturers, as a rule, observe unspoken traditions and produce classic models with one lens and fasteners on the windshield. Here for the consumer there are no special difficulties: we are determined with the budget, we choose the model you like and we carry money to the cashier.
The disadvantage of this classic form factorare modest viewing angles and the need to take a gadget with you almost every time you exit the car due to its cumbersomeness, as well as attractiveness to intruders. Some brands have tried to move away from the usual forms, and devices have appeared in the market in the form of a salon mirror. The above deficiencies have become less obvious, but other problems have emerged, one of which is the most important one - compatibility with the onboard system of the car and the cabin itself.
The decision in the person of "Karkam Duo" absorbed allplus the classic form factor and salon mirror, offering its user complete freedom to install and maximum concealment of the elements of the system. The model was well received by car owners and it is very well responded by critics and car magazines. Therefore, it makes sense to consider it more closely.
So, the hero of today's review is the registrar "Karkam A7 Duo". Let's consider the main characteristics of the device, its pros and cons, and the appropriateness of the purchase.
Equipment
The device goes in a manufacturer-specificpure white box of quality cardboard. On the front, the DVR itself is shown with two cameras on each side. The back side is allocated to a brief specification, which shows the most interesting characteristics of the model. At the ends there are bar codes and dealer labels.
Contents of delivery:
- the main module is Karkam Duo;
- two external chambers with fastening;
- a cable for power from the cigarette lighter;
- external GPS-module;
- wire control panel;
- bracket for main camera;
- additional wires for installation;
- set of latches to wires;
- spare double-sided adhesive tape;
- instruction manual;
- voucher with warranty.
Complete set, so you can immediately afterpurchase to proceed with installation. Something in addition is not necessary to buy, but some users in their reviews recommend buying a special controller for full synergy with the vehicle's on-board network.
Appearance
The main module of the video recorder "Karkam Duo"has the form of a box, and very compact. In fact, we have the same classic DVR, only without the lens. Under the module cover there is a battery compartment. Here it is needed, as they say, just in case, because the system will mainly work without it. Useful battery only when the network is broken or some other cataclysms.
The back side of the box is a 2.4-inchdisplay, and just below there are four buttons for system management and for access to fast functions. On the right side are: HDMI interface, micro-USB output for PC synchronization and micro-slot for memory cards. The latter support a capacity of up to 128 GB, which is very encouraging.
The left part is reserved for the local periphery: here you connect the DVR with two cameras via micro-USB, a GPS module and power. Each connector is clearly signed, so something confusing is quite difficult.
Assembly
For its dimensions - 78h57h23 mm model seemsvery small. As the main materials used good plastic with matte coating, so fingerprints the gadget will not collect. Users in their responses to the "Karkam Duo" especially thank the manufacturer for the latter feature, because as a good half of the devices of this segment with a glossy casing and collects all dust, dirt and fingerprints as a vacuum cleaner, including.
The owners did not mark any crunches, backlashes or creaks during the operation. All elements of design are competently adjusted to each other and do not go.
Cameras
Both cameras at Karkam Duo are independent, with one andthe same "stuffing", as well as with the same design. The optics to the eyes have got good, so the viewing angles at a good level for digital technology such a plan - about 140 degrees.
The body of the chambers is plastic and keeps onmovable hinge, so the eyes can be rotated at least 360 degrees. The bracket is fixed to the place with the help of quality double-sided adhesive tape, which is included. The latter is quite reliable, so in winter the cameras will not fall on the driver's knees or dashboard.
Also, users noted a good supply of cable for laying the system, which allows to fix the eyes in non-standard places of the cabin.
Quality of shooting
Matrix "Karkam Duo" can shoot in high FullHD-resolution and excellent, I must say, copes with this matter. The quality of the video stream is at the level of the flagship models of the brand, so there are no problems with noise, "snow" and other artifacts.
Also pleased and night shooting, which at allnot inferior to daytime: the numbers of cars are quite legible (about 10 meters), and glare from the headlights of the oncoming vehicles due to the WDR system is practically nonexistent. In general, finding fault with the quality of shooting is simply impossible, which was noted by users in their positive responses to the model.
GPS-module can be used both for notificationabout the approach to speed control systems, and for fixing the route. The functional is standard, it works as it should, it does not squeal for nothing and there are no questions to it.
Summarizing
The device at the brand turned out to be interesting andworthy of attention. The design of the modular type allows you to take the cameras anywhere in the car salon, and engineers, in turn, competently thought through this moment providing the device with clever latches and an excellent train.
The assembly of the model turned out to be surprisingquality and there are no questions to it, as well as to the video stream. Its price, which is almost 15 thousand rubles, the system works out in full. Some critical shortcomings neither users nor specialists noticed, so "Karkam Duo" can recommend any suffering quality gadgets to your car.
