DR970X 1 CH

Our flagship single-channel model, the DR970X-1CH combines market-leading 4K Ultra High Definition video with LIVE BlackVue Cloud features and optional always-on 4G LTE connectivity.

• 4K Ultra HD, 8 Megapixel Front Camera
• Always-On 4G with optional CM100GLTE
• Full HD Rear Camera with Sony STARVIS
• Enhanced Night Vision for optimal clarity
• BlackVue Cloud LIVE features
• Loop Recording & Event Overwrite Protection
• GPS adds location and speed data
• Intelligent Parking Mode for 24/7 recording
• Wi-Fi for wireless connection to smartphone
• iOS/Android App, PC/Mac desktop viewer

The new flagship BlackVue DR970X-1CH redefines dash cam video quality and performance with its 8-megapixel CMOS sensor capturing 4K Ultra High Definition video, four times as many pixels as Full HD

Utilising video technology rated the best in the business, the DR970X sets a new industry standard.

The DR970X-1CH has an ultra-wide 155° viewing angle, broadcast standard HEVC video compression, dual-band 2.4-5GHz Wi-Fi and Night Vision courtesy of its 8-megapixel CMOS camera sensor.

The DR970X-1CH is also compatible with BlackVue Cloud – a unique suite of LIVE app-based features that remotely connecting you with your vehicle, providing additional functionality including Live View, Video Backup, Realtime Tracking and Emergency Notifications.

The DR970X-1CH is upgradable to full 4G always-on Cloud Connectivity with the addition of the CM100LTE external connectivity module and supplied Vodafone Smart SIM, meaning that you are always connected to your dash cam via the BlackVue app, and always able to receive notifications and remotely view video clips in the event of an incident.

4K Ultra HD

Stunning 4K Ultra HD resolution from 8-megapixel CMOS sensor. Ultra-wide 155° viewing angle.

Cloud Connected

Compatible with BlackVue Cloud, connect with your vehicle remotely via the BlackVue app and view LIVE video, download clips etc.

4G LTE

Add the optional CM100LTE 4G connectivity module for always-on connection to BlackVue Cloud and it’s unique LIVE features.

Parking Mode

The DR970X-1CH protects your vehicle even when you’re not around, thanks to BlackVue’s unique Intelligent Parking Mode.

APP Control

The BlackVue app for iOS & Android provides access the your dash cam’s settings, video files and LIVE BlackVue Cloud features.

GPS & Dual Band WIFI

Built-in GPS adds optional location and speed data overlay to recordings while dual-band Wi-Fi provides wireless connection to smartphones.

4K Video

BlackVue is a global leader and innovator in the field of in-car video technology and has always put image quality at the forefront of their product development.

The DR970X-1CH is BlackVue’s range-topping single camera model, engineered for the user who demands the finest video quality day and night. Featuring a 4K UHD camera with 8-megapixel CMOS sensor.

The 4K Ultra High Definition resolution contains exactly four times as many pixels as Full HD, 3840 pixels × 2160 lines to be exact, equivalent to 8.3 million pixels.

This can mean the difference between a pixelated blur and a readable licence plate, especially at speed or in low light conditions. To take even greater advantage of the extra resolution, the DR970X-1CH includes an ultra-wide 162° lens for incredible clarity and detail from edge-to-edge. The DR970X-1CH performs exceptionally well at night and in dark environments, while maintaining a low level of noise.

During daylight, and thanks to a high shutter speed, the DR970X’s ability to freeze the action is invaluable, capturing crucial details even in adjacent lanes at the edges of the screen.

4K UHD 8 Mega Pixel CMOS

The DR970X utilises industry-leading video technology, rated best on the market by Auto Express magazine for two consecutive years.

The DR970X-1CH features a 8.0 megapixel sensor and ultra-wide 155° viewing angle to take full advantage of the 4K UHD resolution – four times as many pixels as Full HD.

The DR970X-1CH performs exceptional well at speed or in dark or low light environments, while maintaining a low level of visual ’noise’.

Blackvue Cloud

BlackVue Cloud is a suite of innovative ‘connected’ features that take the BlackVue user experience to new levels, unlocking the true power of your dash cam and remotely connecting you with your vehicle.

Let your BlackVue watch over your car, informing you immediately of incidents such as impacts, via Push Notifications to your Apple or Android phone. Connect to your BlackVue dash cam anytime, from anywhere, and check on your car with Remote Live View.

Play recorded video clips remotely and back-up important ones to the Cloud or your phone. Monitor progress and access location data, GPS logs and Driving Reports courtesy of the realtime Live Tracking feature.

All you need is the BlackVue App and a mobile internet connection, such as the optional BlackVue CM100LTE 4G connectivity module with supplied Vodafone Smart SIM.

Remote Live View

Monitor your vehicle in real time, from anywhere, at any time.

Emergency Alarm

Get a notification whenever something happens to your car.

GPS Tracking

Visualise your car’s location and speed on a moving Google map.

Remote Video Playback

Playback video clips stored in the Cloud or on your dash cam at any time on your smartphone.

Two Way Voice Calls

Talk directly with people in the car via the internal speaker and microphone in the dash cam.

Always On Video Security

A BlackVue isn’t just a simple dash cam, it’s a complete video surveillance system, keeping an eye and ear on your vehicle even when you’re not around, thanks to Intelligent Parking Mode.

When parked it uses motion and vibration sensors to detect events, recording and storing video clips for later viewing, or informing you LIVE via the BlackVue Cloud app and 4G connection – through the night if necessary, without impacting on your vehicle’s battery thanks to the in-built voltage monitor.

Intelligent Parking Mode

Dash cams are designed to record your drive, but did you know that the BlackVue DR970X can also monitor your vehicle when you’re not around?

BlackVue’s unique Intelligent Parking Mode is ideal if you worry about hit-and-runs, theft or vandalism while your vehicle is parked and left unattended.

The DR970X-1CH automatically switches to Parking Mode when the ignition is switched off, and will continue to monitor you’re your vehicle, recording and storing events for review later – or alerting you in real time via the BlackVue app if you are using the optional CM100LTE connectivity module. Video buffering ensures that your camera will also record the seconds leading up to the event, ensuring you have the whole picture.

The DR970X-1CH’s in-built power management circuitry ensures that your camera will never deplete your vehicle’s battery when operating overnight, switching-off should the car’s battery level drop below a pre-defined level.

For extended recording times simply add a Power Magic Ultra B-130, B-124X or B-112 battery.

The DR970X-1CH supports two Parking Mode options, Motion and Impact Detection, and Time Lapse.

Motion and Impact detection mode uses your cameras image sensor to detect movement, and the inbuilt accelerometer/G-sensor to detect bumps or impacts. To reduce the number of unwanted recordings triggered by motion and movement, the DR970X-1CH can specify areas to ignore, eliminating recordings triggered by things like swaying trees, far-away moving objects, etc.

In Time Lapse mode, to reduce the size of the video files and save SD card space, the camera will continuously record at just 1FPS (one frame per second), rather than the standard 30 FPS. All event clips however are recorded at full resolution and 30FPS. A standard 64GB microSD card can store over 48hrs of time lapse video at the highest (Extreme) video quality level.

CM100LTE With 4G Connectivity

Simply add the new BlackVue CM100LTE connectivity module and a 4G Data SIM card to your DR900X-1CH setup to enjoy always-on connectivity to BlackVue Cloud.

That means whenever and wherever, you’ll receive notifications from the BlackVue app should something happen to your vehicle, giving you the option to view the footage remotely. And you’ll always have access to Cloud-based features like Live View, Video Back-Up and Real Time Tracking.

Blackvue App And Viewer

The BlackVue app for iOS and Android is free to download and use and allows you to conveniently control your dash cam from your smartphone.

Access your camera’s configuration settings, video files and use camera Live View for easy set-up and positioning of the DR970X-1CH in your vehicle. The app also controls BlackVue Cloud and its unique set of connected features including Emergency Notifications, Live View, Video Back-Up and Real Time Tracking.

BlackVue App for iOS and Android

BlackVue Viewer for Windows and Apple Mac is free to download and allows you to easily configure your camera’s settings and view video clips. Access recordings on your camera’s microSD card, simultaneously viewing front and rear camera footage, moving maps and GPS data including time, date and speed. All video clips are listed by date, time and recording mode (Normal, Parking, Event, etc.), making it simple to quickly identify and archive important footage. BlackVue Viewer also provides access to your camera’s settings, as well as the ability to update your dashcam’s firmware when necessary. Viewer also allows you to connect to your DR970X-1CH remotely, accessing Live View, Real Time Tracking etc., anytime and anywhere.

Dual Band Wifi

The DR970X-1CH comes equipped with built-in dual-band Wi-Fi for easy access to stored videos and camera configuration settings. 

Dual-band 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi lets you download video clips to any iOS or Android smartphone at blazing speed, and enables Over the Cloud functionality such as realtime Live View and Event Notifications via the optional CM100LTE 4G module or any internet-enabled Wi-Fi network.

Smart Power Packs

For Extended Parking Mode Operation

Power your BlackVue dash cam in Parking Mode for longer with a dedicated smart battery pack. Fast-charging, long-lasting and expandable. Never miss an incident, a BlackVue Power Magic battery adds valuable additional recording time to your set-up without troubling your vehicle’s battery, for ‘always-on’ functionality. Visualise your battery status via the FREE BlackVue Battery Manager App for iOS & Android.

Battery models available; B-112, B-124X & B-130X.

Specifications

• Colour / Size / Weight  Black / Width 118.5 mm x Height 36 mm / 106g
• Memory microSD Card (64 GB / 128 GB / 256GB)
• Recording Modes    
  • Normal recording, Event recording (when impact is detected in normal and parking mode), Manual recording and Parking recording (when motion is detected)
  • When using Hardwiring Power Cable, ACC+ will trigger parking mode. When using other methods, G-sensor will trigger parking mode.
• Camera 8-Megapixel CMOS Sensor
• Viewing Angle Diagonal 162°, Horizontal 136°, Vertical 77°
• Resolution / Frame Rate
  • 4K UHD (3840×2160) @30fps (Extreme)
  • Frame rate may vary during Wi-Fi streaming
• Video Codec H.264 (AVC)
• Image Quality
  • Highest (Extreme): 25 + 10 Mbps
  • Highest: 12 + 10 Mbps
  • High: 10 + 8 Mbps
  • Normal: 8 + 6 Mbps
• Video Compression Mode MP4
• Wi-Fi Built-in (802.11 a.b.g.n.ac)
• GPS Built-in (Dual Band : GPS, GLONASS)
• Bluetooth Built-in (V2.1+EDR/4.2)
• LTE External
• Microphone Built-in
• Speaker (Voice Guidance) Built-in
• LED Indicators    
  • Front: Recording LED, GPS/BT LED, LTE/Wi-Fi LED, Front Security LED
  • Side : Proximity Sensing Indicate LED
• Button
  • Wi-Fi button:
  • Press once to turn on/off Wi-Fi.
  • Proximity sensor:
  • Touching the proximity sensor turns on/off audio recording or triggers
  • manual recording depending on the firmware settings.
• Sensor 3-Axis Acceleration Sensor
• Backup Battery Built-in super capacitor
• Input Power DC 12V-24V (DC Plug(Ø3.5 x Ø1.1) to Wires (Black: GND / Yellow: B+ / Red: ACC)
• Power Consumption
  • Normal Mode (GPS On / 2CH) : 450mA / 12V
  • Parking Mode (WiFi On / GPS Off) : 350mA / 12V
  • Actual power consumption may vary depending on use conditions and environment
• Operation Temperature -20 °C ~ +70 °C (-4 °F ~ +158 °F)
• Storage Temperature -20 °C ~ +80 °C (-4 °F ~ +176 °F )
• High Temperature Cut-Off Approx. +70 °C (167 °F)
• Certifications FCC, CE, UKCA, RoHS, Telec, WEEE, ISED
• Software BlackVue Viewer
• Windows XP or higher and Mac Yosemite OS X (10.10) or higher
• Application BlackVue Application (Android 4.4.2 or higher, iOS 9.0 or higher)
• Other Features Adaptive Format Free File Management System

Whats In The Box

• DR970X-1CH
• Quick start guide
• Cable clips (5EA)
• microSD card 64GB
• microSD card reader
• Spare mount sticky pads
• Hardwiring power cable
• Cigarette lighter power adapter
• Pry tool