BlackVue ELITE 8 Dash Cam – 18 Years of Imaging Mastery
The BlackVue ELITE 8 Dash Cam sets a new benchmark in dash cam clarity and performance. Built on 18 years of imaging expertise, this advanced dash cam combines state-of-the-art components with BlackVue’s expert image tuning, offering unmatched video quality and reliability. With its Dual HDR technology, the ELITE 8 ensures crystal-clear footage in both bright and low-light conditions, redefining clarity for your driving experience.
Designed for comprehensive vehicle protection, the ELITE 8 features 24/7 monitoring, comprehensive event detection, and buffered recording, ensuring you never miss a moment. Its power-saving mode can extend protection for up to 12 months when paired with the BlackVue Ultra Battery (B-130A). With the BlackVue App, seamless pairing and effortless control are just a tap away.
Key Features
1. Unmatched Video Clarity with Dual HDR
- Dual HDR Technology: Provides superior video performance by balancing highlights and shadows for clear and well-detailed footage in both bright sunlight and low-light environments.
- Expert Image Tuning: BlackVue’s 18 years of imaging mastery ensures every frame is sharp, vivid, and balanced.
2. 24/7 Vehicle Protection
- Power Saving Mode: Minimizes power consumption by going into standby mode and waking up upon impact.
- Protects your car for several weeks when hardwired to a healthy battery and up to 12 months when paired with the BlackVue Ultra Battery (B-130A).
- Parking Mode Accessories: Ensure your vehicle is monitored even when the ignition is off.
3. Comprehensive Event Detection
- Monitors and records the following events using the built-in G-Sensor and GPS:
- Driving Impacts
- Parking Impacts
- Sudden Acceleration
- Hard Braking
- Sharp Turns
- Overspeeding
4. Buffered Recording – Always Get the Full Picture
- Includes footage leading up to an event for complete context of incidents, whether during driving or parking mode.
5. Event File Protection
- Ensures critical footage is never overwritten by normal driving clips, keeping your most important recordings safe.
6. Hassle-Free Installation
- Step 1: Mount the front and rear cameras.
- Step 2: Plug in the power and video cables.
- Step 3: Start driving.
7. Seamless Pairing with the BlackVue App
- Easily connect to your dash cam in just a few steps.
- Access all important features directly from the main screen without navigating through complicated menus.
8. Stealthy and Reliable Design
- The ELITE 8 is designed for durability, functionality, and stealth, ensuring it blends seamlessly with your vehicle’s interior while delivering high-performance reliability.
What’s Included in the Box?
- Front Camera: Captures sharp and clear video of the road ahead.
- Rear Camera: Provides wide-angle coverage of the rear view.
- USB-C Cable: For secure and fast connectivity.
- USB-C 12V Adapter: Alternate power source for flexibility.
- Rear Camera Connection Cable: Links the rear camera to the front camera for synchronized recordings.
- MicroSD Card: Stores your video footage securely.
- Double-Sided Tape: For mounting the cameras securely to the windshield or rear window.
- Pry Tool / Trim Remover: Ensures cable management is clean and professional.
- Cable Clips (5 EA): Keeps cables neatly organized.
- Alcohol Pad: For cleaning surfaces before mounting.
Why Choose the BlackVue ELITE 8 Dash Cam?
- Image Tuning Expertise: 18 years of BlackVue’s imaging mastery ensures unparalleled video clarity and performance.
- 24/7 Protection: With power-saving mode and parking mode accessories, your vehicle is monitored even when you’re not around.
- Comprehensive Event Detection: Records all critical events, from impacts to sharp turns and overspeeding.
- Buffered Recording: Captures the moments leading to an event, so you always get the full picture.
- Simple Installation: Hassle-free setup with all necessary accessories included.
- Stealth Design: Durable and discreet to blend seamlessly with your vehicle's interior.
- Cloud Connectivity: Manage and access all your footage with ease via the BlackVue App.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Dual HDR technology?
Dual HDR technology enhances video quality by balancing bright and dark areas in the footage, ensuring clear and well-detailed recordings in both daylight and low-light conditions.
2. How long can the ELITE 8 protect my vehicle in power-saving mode?
- Several weeks when hardwired to a car with a healthy battery.
- Up to 12 months when paired with the BlackVue Ultra Battery (B-130A).
3. What events does the ELITE 8 detect and record?
The ELITE 8 detects and records:
- Driving impacts
- Parking impacts
- Sudden acceleration
- Hard braking
- Sharp turns
- Overspeeding
4. What happens to older recordings when the microSD card is full?
The ELITE 8 uses a loop recording system, where older files are automatically overwritten by newer footage. However, critical event files are protected and will not be overwritten.
5. Is the ELITE 8 easy to install?
Yes! Installation is straightforward with the included mounting brackets, cables, and tools. Simply mount the cameras, connect the cables, and you’re ready to go.