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DR650GW-2CH, DR650S-2CH, D650S-TR-IR-16adaptiveAxis351Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 9 reviews
Do Not Buy One
We bought this a while ago and there has been nothing but trouble we have had it replaced 4 times and still not working very very bad camera BlackVue. It keeps saying ether firmware error or sd card not compatible when it's a blackvue sd card what a heap of crap.
2 comments
BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hello adaptiveAxis351,
I have sent you a PM, just wondering if you would like any help with your camera? Please feel free to contact me so I can help you and get this sorted out :)
Thanks,... Read more
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KMBSydney
Great camera - but better yet ....
Great camera - never really any issues... but better yet .... if you do have some issues [like I have with a few minor things being not that tech savvy] - Tom, from AutoBlackbox.com.au has saved my tail several times and really knows his stuff !!!
Although the camera is great with awesome footage .. Tom is better ..!! Quick, efficient and gets any issues ironed out immediately.
Cheers guys and have an awesome Christmas & New Year :)
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BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi KMB,
Thanks for your review!! We are always happy to help out our customers :)... Read more
Let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks again, Tom. Auto BlackBox Pty Ltd.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
TobyPerth
- Dual Camera DR650S-2CH
- Verified purchase
Excellent product!
I've had it for a little while now, and its had no issues what so ever. The video is crisp, it has front AND back cameras, and the cord is long enough to connect it to the front and back without getting in the way.
The app took a few minutes to get used too, but I figured it out quick and given that this is a set and forget type of camera, I haven't really used the app since my first test run.
Its got decent storage and can rollover prerecorded footage if your like me and don't want to start stacking storage cards!
Easily the best and most easy to use camera I have purchased.
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BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Toby,
Thanks for the feedback and appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review.... Read more
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BarbootsPerth
- Dual Camera DR650S-2CH
- Verified purchase
Quality Camera, Great Features and Handles The Perth Heat.
I bought a Mini 0806 for my car and a DR-650S 2CH for my partner's. The Mini's case melted on the first warm day (33 Celsius) and I assume the battery got toasted as well, as I had to wire it permanent positive and turn it off manually. It still flipped out once every week and I have to reset it. Unfortunately it was not working when someone backed into my car at Bunnings... fortunately the paintless dent guy managed to sort it out for a reasonable price. Unfortunately, his fee was more than the price difference between the Mini and a DR-650S 2...Read more
CH... ...so... ... the moral of the story is to spend right the first time around. While I'm pulling over to restart the Mini, my partner has been able to enjoy blissful ignorance she even has a camera. The DR-650S just works day in and day out, capturing all with excellent clarity. After paying the paintless guy for the Mini 0806's unscheduled holiday, I pulled the plastic out and bought another DR-650S 2CH for me. Cars are too expensive to leave unprotected... or is it that people have no morals? I don't know... it's probably both. I also bought a Cellink B6. The box contents had me contact AutoBlackBox.com.au with a support question, and I was extremely satisfied with their response. Friendly, personable and quick to sort things out. I'm very happy with the DR-650S 2CH . Anyone want a slightly used Mini 0806??? ;-)1 comment
BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Barboots,
Thanks for the great and humorous review!! So glad to hear you're happy with your new DR650S-2CH, considering the issues you had with your previous 'camera'.... Read more
Good luck with the sale of your Mini 0806 ;-) Tom. Auto BlackBox Pty Ltd.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
letmeseeSydney
Wildly expensive and not worth the drama
The Wi-Fi wont maintain a connection for more than perhaps 2 minutes which makes it near impossible to actually download a file. Playback isn't compatible with their own software, its Jerky play back makes the files it generates useless in any proceedings, the controls are somewhat clunky. Months of running back to the installer has met with a nil result, dozens of emails to the manufacturer adjusting settings has met with a nil result, sent the cameras away to the Australian importer and another couple of dozen emails to them finally was sent...Read more
replacement cameras. New cameras are the same as the original. Owning them is an embarrassment having them fitted to my 2016 high end vehicle is even worse. In my opinion they are expensive junk that create drama and don't do what the advertising says they will. Simply, you think you're buying the best but only end up with disappointment. I'm particular with my car and if you are too save lots of money and buy something else.1 comment
BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Mark,
I am really sorry to hear you have been experiencing some major issues with your BlackVue. I understand you have been in contact with our office and have been dealing with our support team.... Read more
I will contact you shortly to discuss this matter and get this resolved as quickly as possible. Thank you, Tom. Auto BlackBox Pty Ltd.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Constant problems.
I also have constant problems with the SD card and Blackvue restarting all the time without any reason. The sticker is also terrible. Blackvue is dropping down in hot weather, so I have to stick it again to the windscreen all the time. In parking mode it is recording almost all the time despite the sensitivity sensor put to minimum.
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BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hello Sergey,
Sorry to hear you are having issues with your DR650GW-2CH. Would you mind contacting me on 08 6267 5167 or emailing me, [email protected] so I can assist you further. ... Read more
I look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you, Tom. Auto BlackBox Pty LtdBlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Sergey,
Just a check in to see if you were seeking any assistance for your faulty camera? As you can see we hold a very good reputation on Product Review, because we are always willing to help those who are looking for assistance. ... Read more
Are you looking for any help and would you like us to resolve this problem for you? We have messaged you and are waiting to hear back. Again we are always willing to do our best to help, but we are not able to do this if you don't respond. Look forward to hearing from you so we can help you. AUTO BLACKBOXSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
MikePerth, WA
- 44 reviews
- 6 likes
Good camera(s), support has improved a bit, phone app still needs work
I already have one of the GW versions of this so was happy to buy the newer S version - there are minimal differences and the firmware in the S cannot be downgraded to the legacy version if desired. I was disappointed to find that, despite both coming with free cloud access, I couldn't put them both on the same account without paying a second camera fee - stupid idea which makes no sense to me.
We were originally looking to buy the truck version which has the weatherproofed rear camera as this is for a convertible - after getting the physic...Read more
al dimensions from BlackVue support we decided against as it would be too visible. I was disappointed not to get a reply from support about getting a shorter lead to link the front and rear cameras - I needed a 30cm instead of the 5m+ lead included - but managed to get one bespoke made from a local communications company. The phone app still has a very quirky interface, BlackVue clearly need to invest some time into good UI design but, once you are familiar with it, most things can be found fairly easily. I suspect the firmware in the S model is younger since it is not as stable as the GW, particularly with the WiFi connectivity. However, as I usually copy the files from the SD card to my computer directly and don't use the cloud yet, this isn't too much of an issue. There are plenty of options for setting up the various features of the cameras, LEDs, sounds, modes and etc., all accessed by the phone app, but they are mostly set-and-forget of nature. The image quality on both cameras is good, though the GPS seems to take about a minute to lock on at startup to provide speed readings. I have not used park mode yet but will once I have a battery protector to provide constant power.4 comments
BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hello Mike,
Thank you for taking the time to review our DR650S-2CH. We appreciate all levels of feedback from our customers and will forward all your suggestions to the manufacturer.... Read more
Just to let you know, we do have the full range of products and accessories including the 500mm and1500mm coax cables available on our website. http://www.autoblackbox.com.au/ If you ever need local support then please feel free to contact us on 08 6267 5167 or visit us in store, Unit 5, 43 Hutton Street, Osborne Park. Thank you, Tom.Thanks for the info. Tom. Unfortunately the support people on the blackvue website are a little slow in responding so I was unaware of your local presence - I might even have been able to see a truck... Read more
camera in the flesh, so-to-speak, rather than having to work from drawings. Ho hum. Perhaps it might be worth having the office location information either added to the website or to the paperwork which accompanies the product.BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Mike,
I will check with BlackVue to ensure we are listed on their website as the Australian Distributor. I noticed you purchased through Dash Cams Australia, one of our Authorised Dealers, they sh... Read more
ould have been able to point you in the right direction to us, sorry about that.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Blake SGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 21 reviews
I have the IR model and it's Perfect!! couldnt be better
I have the IR model as I am a driver and may require footage from inside the car should the need arise. I can say that this is by far the best camera I have ever used and everyone i have shown footage to agrees, The night time footage is incredibly clear, the youtube videos that i thought were fake dont even do it justice! thats how impressive it is.
Pretty much any camera will do during the day, night is much harder.
As for the IR, its an internal camera and records quite well even in zero light conditions. Perfect for people who may see the need for such a device. (uber drivers, couriers, etc)
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Probably the easiest camera in the world to setup. Even has an app to use on the phone and software for your home computer which makes viewing the videos easier (even has a map showing where you were ... Read more
every step of the way. Adding this comment as someone posted up a review saying it was hard and I cant see how plugging a single cable in to a camera can possibly be thought of as hard lolBlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hello Blake,
Glad to hear you are happy with your purchase and thanks for taking the time to review our DR650S-2CH-IR. As you mentioned, it is very easy to install but it's clear some people struggle with most simplest of tasks.... Read more
Cheers, Tom.It is an amazing camera. I have shown footage to a few of my friends and we are always impressed. The night stuff is incredible. The day stuff I think any camera does pretty much the same job.
Highly recommend these to everybody!!
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Dave CGladstone, Queensland
- 2 reviews
- 1 like
Great camera
This is the second Blackview camera i recently purchased for my wife's new car. Already have a DR550-2ch in my car which paid for itself after someone sideswiped me and then said it was my fault, retracted their statement after they were sent the video by police.
The 650 model is much better than the 550, they are not the cheapest cameras out there but the image quality is superb.
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BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Dave,
Thanks for your review !! Always good to hear positive feedback from customers.... Read more
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TarunAU
- 3 reviews
never buy this chap
this crap is all waiste
total waiste
paid premium price for the product but what i got was the one of the most difficult product to setup .
the most uneasy user inferrence
within 2 weeks the sd card stop working, then i had to buy another for 80$
after 1 month of purchase it start playing up
restarting automatically and keep restarting every 5 -10 minutes interval.
"free live view has reched its limit" this massage i get every time i start the car. even i never had live view viewed.
A $100 crash cam could do better job than this
only difference with this to 100$ is that - blackvue has online streaming but for that you need internet connection in your car all the time
...Read more
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BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Tarun,
Just wondering if you had a chance to reply to my private messages offering an exchange and product support?... Read more
Always happy to help out BlackVue customers and just to clarify, all BlackVue cameras come with a one year warranty, so we should have no issues exchanging yours for a new unit. Thanks, Tom.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
MikePerth, WA
- 44 reviews
- 6 likes
Great product but poor support
The dashcam itself is great. Installed it easily in the second car for my p-plate son. The original firmware on the device was good and worked well with the phone app (Android) but the first couple of updates for the new cloud functionality were dreadful. The wi-fi connectivity was very flakey and made configuring the camera very hard, I actually regressed it to the earlier firmware for a few months until it stabilised.
All in all pretty happy with the unit, it does what it's supposed to and works well, with good image quality.
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BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Mike
Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive review. We appreciate all levels of feed back.... Read more
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Martyevanssydney
top car cam
bought this a little while ago, it was a little tricky to set up at first but once you work our the app its fine. take your time to get familair with operating manual and you will rate this cam. it will take you about 20 - 30 mins to work it all out but definately worth it. Top car cam and would recmd it
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DeepVictoria
- 2 reviews
- 2 likes
OK - could be better
Initial setup is not user friendly. Keeps crashing when setting up from mobile app. After several attempts, has to take the ss card out and use the of software to setup. Which finally worked. Still not too happy with how difficult it is to setup. Hopefully future updates will fix this.
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BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Deep,
Since having these issues I believe we have helped you out and rectified this?... Read more
Please let me know if we can do anything else to help you out. Tom. Auto BlackBox Pty LtdSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
PviFremantle
- 7 reviews
- 14 likes
Doesn't work each time
Have had this for 12 Months installed by Audi Perth however found it to be unreliable. Not sure if it is because car is not used a lot or the unit has been faulty since installed..
I have not updated the firmware since the new app is out as have been overseas. Will contact distributor again for help as this was a costly unit and do have some concern.
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LandogNSW
Feel safer
I am really happy with this unit. Having both forward and rear facing cameras allows for all angles to be covered. I have already used it in an insurance claim when wild life hit my car. The images are really clear and having the GPS and Km/h shows that you are a responsibly driver. It is not as obtrusive as other devices on the market and either from inside or out side the car.
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- Dual Camera DR650GW-2CH
- Verified purchase
I would not be with a cam to back up my memory of on road events.
I now have 3 BlackVue cams, 1 in my work 4x4 and the other 2 in cars. The recorded images are clear and sufficiently wide to cover what is occurring in front of me.
I travel around 50,000 Km a year and the cams have recorded near misses, being rear ended and other driver's stupidity over a number of years now.
What happens in a couple of seconds on the road, is more accurately recorded than one's mind can recall.
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Warren44Adelaide
- 6 reviews
- Dual Camera DR650GW-2CH
- Verified purchase
First one was a DR300G and now DR650GW-2CH
First time I brought one (6 years ago), cops tried to arrest me in my office on false charges by another driver, showed them the video, they back off real quick. Worth the investment, I deal with numnuts everyday on the road and its easy to down load and save the video, I had a bit of trouble with the first one, but the support was good got the info I needed
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Carl D.Melbourne
- 3 reviews
- 1 like
- Dual Camera DR650GW-2CH
- Verified purchase
Excellent little unit.
I highly recommend this unit to anyone. It is small enough to be used correctly, both front and rear, with the devices not getting in the way, or being distracting in any way.
The supporting software is very easy to use, on both PC and phone. It shows everything you need, and very easily up-loadable. (Great for reviewing some four wheel driving/off-road driving afterwards).
Store staff are fantastic. The order was delivered to my home in Victoria, from W.A., the day after placing the order.
Again, I highly recommend this to everyone.
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RichardSydney
- 7 reviews
Would be 5 stars but...
This is a top quality product. Feature rich, excellent quality, easy to install, and really nice design and look.
The only reason for 1 star lost is the compatibility with micro SD cards. Do not use Sandisk is the rule of thumb, but unless you do a lot of Internet searching prior to use, you will waste good money on a card which won't work with this unit.
Symptoms of the problem are that the unit will keep rebooting (you will hear the computer tell you this several times per day), and you will lose approximately 3 minutes of coverage on...Read more
every reboot. Not what you want when spending $500 on the product. This niggle aside, this is one of the best products I've used. Very useful to be able to download footage via WiFi onto your smartphone directly, and then share the bad driving of others on YouTube. Haven't used the cloud features, as they don't seem secure to me. If the local distributors add a little note giving details of which micro SD cards to avoid, this would be an unbeatable product. Very happy after the support from the good folks at Dash Cams Australia.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
EtmarSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 14 reviews
Started off OK, but THEN!!
I had one of these 2 channel units professionally installed about 18 months ago. For the money paid, I would have expected a product that worked much better than it did.
I paid extra to have one of the Blackvue SD cards supplied as I had heard that most Dash Cams require certain types of cards (i.e. size, speed) in order to work properly. Well the supplied Blackvue Card starting giving errors after about 1 month of use. So i went out and purchased my own SD Card (at an additional cost of $125) which worked with no problems.
The main pr...Read more
oblems I have found with the DR650GW-2CH is that it: 1. Intermittently switches off (whilst driving) and requires a reboot by unplugging the unit and plugging in again; 2. Intermittently freezes (amber light stops blinking and stays solid or switches off completely) which means no recordings. This can happen on start up or whilst driving so you don't actually know unless you check it constantly as there is no audible error that it has stopped working. 3. Wi-Fi is a bit hit and miss. An audible message tells you when Wi-Fi has been switched off (automatically after a set period of time) but trying to get it to switch on again can take several attempts as the Wi-Fi button works only when it feels like it. Numerous firmware upgrades were carried out in the hope that it would fix these issues but to no avail.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Questions & Answers
Benjamin C.asked
While reviewing playback from the SDCard for my Blackvue DR900S-2CH, I noticed in parking mode the playback is almost an hour not 3min which I set. And the playback is in 16X or 32X fast forward speed with no audio. Why?
1 answer
BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Benjamin,
Thanks for getting in touch with your query.
It sounds like your units parking mode has been set to Time Lapse recording instead of Motion & Impact detection.
This will make the camera record 1 frame per second for the duration of the parking time and then plays the files back at 30 frames per second so a 30 minute recording period is played back in a 1 minute file.
To change settings access the firmware settings and under the basic then recording tabs change the parking mode recordings.
If you require further assistance please get in touch on the number below.
Best regards,
Chaim
BlackVue Australia
08 6267 5167
Yorinaldiasked
After upgrade firmware, my blackvue DR650S-2CH can't connect to wifi, it says "wifi unavailable"
Can you help me about this problem ?
1 answer
BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Yorinaldi, Thanks for sending your query through. Typically for this error message disabling mobile data on Android based devices will resolve the issue. However if you are using a apple device then a network reset maybe required to get it back up and running. Can you confirm if this error message is occurring in your devices WiFi network list or when trying to connect through the app?
Best regards,
Chaim
BlackVue Australia
08 6267 5167
Casey R.asked
Hi since installing the device my car battery has been draining, is it connected to the car battery?
1 answer
BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hi Casey,
Whether the unit is drawing from your vehicles battery is determined by how it has been installed.
If the unit was installed with the hard wiring Power Magic Pro kit, then the camera will draw from the vehicles battery.
However the Power Magic Pro has inbuilt voltage and timer cut off to ensure that the camera does not run the vehicles battery flat.
The voltage cut off setting can be adjusted on the Power Magic Pro itself to either 12V or 12.5V cut off.
If you require any assistance with how the devices work or would like to run something by our support team they can be contacted on the details below.
Phone: 08 6267 5167
Email: [email protected]
Best regards,
Chaim
BlackVue Australia
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BlackVue Australia T.BlackVue
Hello adaptiveAxis351,
I am really sorry to hear you have been having these issues with your BlackVue dashcam. We take all feedback very seriously and would like to do whatever we can to help get this matter resolved for you.... Read more
It would be great if you could contact our Perth office on 08 6267 5167 or email us at [email protected] Once again, I apologise for the issues you have been having and look forward to hearing from you so we can resolve this matter. Thank you, Tom. Auto BlackBox Pty Ltd.