Very good overview. I give it an A-. It goes over a couple things poorly explained in the manual. Deciding on a windshield location might be covered. At least for learning purposes I want it close by but once I know it I might locate it some distance away and use voice commands. I will remove it every time because I park in the hot Sun and my last A119 was ruined by the heat.
Probably going to buy this. I'm wondering why the static sticker is more than twice the size of the dash cam. Can I cut it in half and still stick the dash cam to it?
It is better not to cut it as this size has been tested by engineers. It is the most suitable size for installing the camera fixedly. If you cut it in half, the contact area between the camera and the windshield may be too small to stick tightly.
@@VIOFO-CS Thank you. That makes sense, I thought that might be the reason. There are some very good reviews on this dash cam. I bought two earlier today :)
@@VIOFO-CS I think you misunderstood the question. You can see that, beginning at 5:00, the sticker is much larger than the dashcam. If you cut the sticker to match the size of the dashcam, it would still have full contact with the dashcam. People see no need for all of the extra width of your sticker, other than to capture dust. If there is a good reason, please advise.
I do not get the point of the static cling pad. If it is holding solely by static, it is not a very strong bond. I did as instructed and the cam came off the windshield as I was manipulating it. Likewise, I was confused as to why the static pads were so big also.
Just bought it and installed it into my car. Can tell- best dashcam i've ever had! Just one question for the ones who operated the dashcam already: If you press the emergency button, which video will be saved? The last minute? the current loop? I can't find anything about it. Thanks in advance!
For example, the loop recording you set is three minutes. If you press the lock button at 2:55 (during the last 15 seconds of this section), the camera will lock the current section and the next 3-minute sections. If you lock the video before 0:15, the current section and the last 3-minute sections will be locked. We hope we've made that clear to you.
@@hx.925, the camera keeps recording without interruption and only the current video will be locked. If you press again, it will just lock one more video.
Does this only work with Sandisk Extreme/Max and Viofo cards? I bought a Sandisk Ultra Micro SD 256gb and when I put the card in, it doesn't let the dashcam power on and as soon as I disconnect the Micro SD it powers on.
What model of cellphone do you use? If you are using an iPhone, please disable the VIOFO app from accessing cellular data on your phone, or set your phone to airplane mode. If you use an Android phone, please disable the VPN on your phone and open the VPN in the app.
I have this and i must say i am not happy with video quality! Night video is very, very grainy. To the point that it looks like video from very cheap dash camera. Too much noise on video. Any idea why?
So sorry to hear that. Could you please open a ticket to get further help? support.viofo.com/support/tickets/new We need video clips to analyze if your camera lens is defective now.
1) can the wifi password be changed? my old (MiVue J85) camera came with a fixed "password" that was not possible to be changed - practically anyone could erase all my dashcam videos in about 30 seconds or less if they had the official app already downloaded (they fixed this "feature" in a later firmware update). 2) can the image stamp be changed to also show accelerometer (G-Sensor) real-time values next to the GPS info on the recorded images? If there is not enough space on the text stamp line then please turn off the Camera Model stamp and/or the custom text stamp to make room for the G-Sensor stamp.
1. The wifi password can be changed in the settings. 2. What do you mean by G-sensor stamp? There are only GPS information stamps (speed time+coordinate) and camera model stamps shown in the video.
about (2): thats exactly my point - the camera seems to not allow to record the accelerometer data as text stamps on image, even if it actually uses the accelerometer to detect shocks/collisions. I think it would be simple to allow printing the same X,Y,Z variable values that are used for shock detection as text on the recorded image, would it not?
Every time I stop at a light for a minute and start again the dash cam says "recording started"! I don't want to keep hearing this every time I stop. Maybe something needs changed in the settings?
My firmware wont update. Every time I try, it acts like it's updating, but then the same stock firmware from September is still on there. Trying to update to V1.0_20231116
Please try to upload the firmware from our official website to update again. There is a network error before, so the firmware download might be 0912. But it is correct now. Please make sure do not rename the file when you copy it to your card.
The camera itself has a wifi and you can get a live view in the VIOFO app on your phone after connecting to it. But there is a limitation in distance and you can only connect to the wifi within its range.
Yes, you can set time in the Screen Saver to make the display to be turned off after 1 Second / 3 Seconds / 15 Seconds / 30 Seconds / 1 Minute / 3 Minutes.
The screen is turned black due to the screen saver, you can change the time in the settings. To keep the screen on all the time, please open a ticket to get the special firmware.
How do you power the camera? Please use the original car charger and plug it into your cigarette lighter to test. Also, please update the latest firmware to have a try.
So, I got the newer version, the Viofo 119 Mini 2, and I have 3 issues that I cannot resolve with this version: 1) it will connect to wi-fi but without an internet connection. 2) when I stop the video recording, it gives me the 2 chirp indicator - constantly - and will not stop chirping. 3) when I long press the menu, it’s supposed to turn off the camera, but it does not. I have to physically unplug this thing. It’s time to get a different brand. 😢 P.S. the Viofo app is truly terrible. I can see why it’s rated 2.5
1. The camera wifi is not real internet and it is just a channel to accessthe camera settings and recorded videos by your phone, so it will show No Internet Connection. 2.Yes, it will keep beeing to notify you that the camera stops recording as designed. 3. Long press the menu button can turn it off unless the camera gets stuck now.
@@CageyLeigh, you may open a ticket here to get futher help:support.viofo.com/support/tickets/new?_ga=2.208486546.1260305577.1718299776-2138150702.1718299775
My Viofo camera became blurred after 2 years of use. Support said that nothing can fix it. More affordable alternatives are widely available on the market. Do not waste your money on this product.
I just recently tried one of these, and while the capture quality was impressive, it had two glaring drawbacks. When I turned on the Wi-Fi, it disconnected my Android Auto - NOT cool, man. And no suction cup mount, just the 2 static pads. I prefer having the windshield suction cup mounts. Returned it for a refund. Too bad, as I really liked it, but given that it kills my Android Auto, it doesn’t meet my requirements.
Adhesive mounts offer better stability and vibration reduction since they adhere directly to the surface. This minimizes shaking and movement while driving. In the event of a car crash, suction cup mounts can accidentally detach, resulting in significant inconvenience. That is why we use adhesive pads instead of suction cups. Regarding the wifi, there is no need to connect to it when you do not need to playback the footage or change settings in the APP actually.
@@brendandax I have to agree, I like the two sided tape mount better. Those suction mounts shake, drop the cam lower and just look goofy. My cam from 7 years ago still firmly attached and never fell off yet.
wenn auch nicht in Deutsch -aber endlich mal verständlich für einen Dashcam Anfanger . Endlich mal die Einstellungen hinbekommen . Danke für das Video
Very good overview. I give it an A-. It goes over a couple things poorly explained in the manual. Deciding on a windshield location might be covered. At least for learning purposes I want it close by but once I know it I might locate it some distance away and use voice commands. I will remove it every time because I park in the hot Sun and my last A119 was ruined by the heat.
Got mine today, loving it 🎉❤
Probably going to buy this. I'm wondering why the static sticker is more than twice the size of the dash cam. Can I cut it in half and still stick the dash cam to it?
It is better not to cut it as this size has been tested by engineers. It is the most suitable size for installing the camera fixedly. If you cut it in half, the contact area between the camera and the windshield may be too small to stick tightly.
@@VIOFO-CS Thank you. That makes sense, I thought that might be the reason. There are some very good reviews on this dash cam. I bought two earlier today :)
@@oscarrox Thank you so much for your support!
@@VIOFO-CS I think you misunderstood the question. You can see that, beginning at 5:00, the sticker is much larger than the dashcam. If you cut the sticker to match the size of the dashcam, it would still have full contact with the dashcam. People see no need for all of the extra width of your sticker, other than to capture dust. If there is a good reason, please advise.
I do not get the point of the static cling pad. If it is holding solely by static, it is not a very strong bond. I did as instructed and the cam came off the windshield as I was manipulating it. Likewise, I was confused as to why the static pads were so big also.
Just bought it and installed it into my car. Can tell- best dashcam i've ever had!
Just one question for the ones who operated the dashcam already: If you press the emergency button, which video will be saved? The last minute? the current loop? I can't find anything about it. Thanks in advance!
For example, the loop recording you set is three minutes. If you press the lock button at 2:55 (during the last 15 seconds of this section), the camera will lock the current section and the next 3-minute sections. If you lock the video before 0:15, the current section and the last 3-minute sections will be locked. We hope we've made that clear to you.
@@ViofoDashcamOfficial thank you very much! I got it now, great product!
@@ViofoDashcamOfficial How long will it stay recording after you press the button? Are you able to press it again to prolong the recording?
@@hx.925, the camera keeps recording without interruption and only the current video will be locked. If you press again, it will just lock one more video.
Why is the foil for windshield to hold the Dashcam so big / long as the camera glue pad?! Double size why?
It is the most suitable size for installing the camera fixedly.
Does this only work with Sandisk Extreme/Max and Viofo cards? I bought a Sandisk Ultra Micro SD 256gb and when I put the card in, it doesn't let the dashcam power on and as soon as I disconnect the Micro SD it powers on.
Thank you for this Video 👍
I stuck the unity directly to the windshield glass by mistake. Is this okay????
I'm able to connect to the dashcam wifi but the live video on the app is not, it is buffering and not showing anthing. Any ideas?
What model of cellphone do you use? If you are using an iPhone, please disable the VIOFO app from accessing cellular data on your phone, or set your phone to airplane mode. If you use an Android phone, please disable the VPN on your phone and open the VPN in the app.
@@ViofoDashcamOfficial thanks. It works!
Hello! Thank you for the video, it reeeally useful. But I have a question - if I would need to take off the camera temporarily, how I can do it?
The camera can be removed from the GPS base, please have a try.
@@ViofoDashcamOfficial thanks! tried a few times and finally managed to do it
I have this and i must say i am not happy with video quality! Night video is very, very grainy. To the point that it looks like video from very cheap dash camera. Too much noise on video.
Any idea why?
So sorry to hear that. Could you please open a ticket to get further help? support.viofo.com/support/tickets/new
We need video clips to analyze if your camera lens is defective now.
Did you fail to remove the protective film off of the lens?
1) can the wifi password be changed? my old (MiVue J85) camera came with a fixed "password" that was not possible to be changed - practically anyone could erase all my dashcam videos in about 30 seconds or less if they had the official app already downloaded (they fixed this "feature" in a later firmware update).
2) can the image stamp be changed to also show accelerometer (G-Sensor) real-time values next to the GPS info on the recorded images? If there is not enough space on the text stamp line then please turn off the Camera Model stamp and/or the custom text stamp to make room for the G-Sensor stamp.
1. The wifi password can be changed in the settings. 2. What do you mean by G-sensor stamp? There are only GPS information stamps (speed time+coordinate) and camera model stamps shown in the video.
about (2): thats exactly my point - the camera seems to not allow to record the accelerometer data as text stamps on image, even if it actually uses the accelerometer to detect shocks/collisions. I think it would be simple to allow printing the same X,Y,Z variable values that are used for shock detection as text on the recorded image, would it not?
@@PubliusHadrianus So sorry that it cannot support at present. Thanks for your good suggestion. Maybe it can be realized in the future.
Every time I stop at a light for a minute and start again the dash cam says "recording started"! I don't want to keep hearing this every time I stop. Maybe something needs changed in the settings?
your car probably has an auto off feature, you can just turn off the voice in the settings so that it doesn't say 'recording started'.
Why do you stick the camera on that clear sticker and not directly on the windshield?
makes it easier to remove eventually without dealing with adhesive residue on the glass
It adheres better as well when using the clear mounting decal.
Is it free to record 24 hrs ?
My firmware wont update. Every time I try, it acts like it's updating, but then the same stock firmware from September is still on there. Trying to update to V1.0_20231116
Please try to upload the firmware from our official website to update again. There is a network error before, so the firmware download might be 0912. But it is correct now. Please make sure do not rename the file when you copy it to your card.
@@ViofoDashcamOfficial ok, makes sense, thanks
Does it have wifi so that I can remotely view my parked car with the dashcam using the wifi from my home router?
The camera itself has a wifi and you can get a live view in the VIOFO app on your phone after connecting to it. But there is a limitation in distance and you can only connect to the wifi within its range.
@@ViofoDashcamOfficial alright, thanks for the info.
Does the display turn off after a set time period ? can the display be turned off ?
Yes, you can set time in the Screen Saver to make the display to be turned off after 1 Second / 3 Seconds / 15 Seconds / 30 Seconds / 1 Minute / 3 Minutes.
Is there parking mode possible with extra cable settlement?
Yes, but you have to order the optional hard wire kit. Amazon has them.
@@JackAgainski lol thanks i work for Amazon Tr :) i saw, my friend had it, i will do asap, great cam
Hello
When i drive the dashcam screen turns black after around 15 seconds but i want to see the dashcam screen the whole time
How can i fix this?
The screen is turned black due to the screen saver, you can change the time in the settings. To keep the screen on all the time, please open a ticket to get the special firmware.
It will be distractive looking at the screen while driving, or whenever you want to see the screen simply say "Turn on Screen"
Is there option to disable voice control on this device?
Yes, you can disable it in the settings.
my new camera just says RECORDING STARTED over and over again and makes 4 second files how do i fix this.
How do you power the camera? Please use the original car charger and plug it into your cigarette lighter to test. Also, please update the latest firmware to have a try.
problem fixed it was bad firmware.
Is it normal for the screen to turn black after being on a few minutes
So, I got the newer version, the Viofo 119 Mini 2, and I have 3 issues that I cannot resolve with this version: 1) it will connect to wi-fi but without an internet connection. 2) when I stop the video recording, it gives me the 2 chirp indicator - constantly - and will not stop chirping. 3) when I long press the menu, it’s supposed to turn off the camera, but it does not. I have to physically unplug this thing. It’s time to get a different brand. 😢 P.S. the Viofo app is truly terrible. I can see why it’s rated 2.5
1. The camera wifi is not real internet and it is just a channel to accessthe camera settings and recorded videos by your phone, so it will show No Internet Connection. 2.Yes, it will keep beeing to notify you that the camera stops recording as designed. 3. Long press the menu button can turn it off unless the camera gets stuck now.
@@ViofoDashcamOfficial for #3, that’s the problem, long-pressing the menu does nothing. You have to either restart the recording or unplug the camera.
@@CageyLeigh, you may open a ticket here to get futher help:support.viofo.com/support/tickets/new?_ga=2.208486546.1260305577.1718299776-2138150702.1718299775
@@CageyLeigh You must disable wifi (turn off) and then it will work. As long as wifi is on, you can only operate from phone
can you change the km/h timestamp to mph?
Yes, you can.
Yes, in the settings on the app
My Viofo camera became blurred after 2 years of use. Support said that nothing can fix it. More affordable alternatives are widely available on the market. Do not waste your money on this product.
I just recently tried one of these, and while the capture quality was impressive, it had two glaring drawbacks. When I turned on the Wi-Fi, it disconnected my Android Auto - NOT cool, man. And no suction cup mount, just the 2 static pads. I prefer having the windshield suction cup mounts. Returned it for a refund. Too bad, as I really liked it, but given that it kills my Android Auto, it doesn’t meet my requirements.
Adhesive mounts offer better stability and vibration reduction since they adhere directly to the surface. This minimizes shaking and movement while driving. In the event of a car crash, suction cup mounts can accidentally detach, resulting in significant inconvenience. That is why we use adhesive pads instead of suction cups. Regarding the wifi, there is no need to connect to it when you do not need to playback the footage or change settings in the APP actually.
Small tik and you don't need to be connected to the dashcam while you drive
Yes, for a time, I used a suction mount with my nextbase dashcam (before I upgraded to VIOFO 😛) and the result was terrible vibrating videos
@@brendandax I have to agree, I like the two sided tape mount better. Those suction mounts shake, drop the cam lower and just look goofy. My cam from 7 years ago still firmly attached and never fell off yet.