iBox Alpha WiFi DVR Budget Overview

Cheap DVRs continue to be popular with buyers. Generally, its shooting quality is sufficient to analyze unpleasant traffic situations. Today we will consider the iBOX Alpha WiFi DVR. The model, as the name implies, has a module for wireless communication with a smartphone on board.

specs

• Device Type: Compact DVR

• Screen: IPS 2.4″ 320×240 pixels

• Sensor: Smartsens SC2368

• Lens: glass, six layers, polarized

• View Angle: 170°

• Video Processor: Jieli JL5603

• Maximum resolution: 1920×1080 at 30fps

• Video file format: MOV, H.264 codec

• Memory card compatibility: micro SD up to 64 GB (grade 10)

• Power supply: 12-24V, super capacitor installed

• Operating temperature: -35 to +55°С

• Support: quick release on magnets, adhesive tape on glass

• Dimensions: 7.5 x 4.5 x 3.6 cm

• Weight: 60g.

Packaging and scope of delivery

The video recorder arrives to the user in a light box made of thick cardboard with a color image of the model and a list of the main characteristics. All inscriptions are in Russian. The contents inside are protected by a foam insert.

The device is made in China. 12 month warranty.

iBOX Alpha WiFi Package Contents:

• DVR

• Mounting bracket

• Power supply in cigarette lighter socket

• User Manual (Russian)

• Warranty card

• user note

To secure the mount to the windscreen, a spare strip of double-sided tape is supplied:

The power supply allows you to power the device with a voltage from 12 to 24 V, it is equipped with an outdated (but strong) mini USB corner connector. Provides a maximum current of 1.5 A. The cable is long enough for hidden wiring under the inner lining: 3.5 m To protect against jumps in the on-board network, a fuse is placed on the positive contact.

Appearance

iBOX Alpha WiFi is made in a compact rectangular plastic case (74x44x19 mm), only a large lens with a diameter of 35 mm and a height of 16 mm stands out on the front. The ring is not rotatable. The case has a small mass – 59 g.

On the back of the case, in addition to the screen (physical size 50×33 mm), there are four mechanical control buttons.

There is an additional mini USB connector on the case, with which you can connect the device to a PC. The manufacturer did not forget about the reset button and the LED indicator on the side of the case.

There is a sufficient number of slots for passive cooling, high heating during operation was not noticed. Inside, instead of a lithium battery, a durable ionizer (supercapacitor) is installed, which is not afraid of temperature extremes.

Bracket for mounting on glass, adjustable in plane up and down, equipped with a pass-through power supply at the top and an additional connector (apparently unused) for a two-channel version. It is not very convenient to regulate it – the size of the wheel is small. But the neodymium magnets hold the logger firmly and reliably.

Menu

iBOX Alpha WiFi can work in three modes:

• Video recording

• A photography

• Image display

Consequently, the menu sections are also three. Let’s take a look at the basics:

Despite the price range, the dash cam has features like HDR, motion and shock sensor, and motion sensor parking mode (externally powered).

Exploitation

Current consumption during Alpha WiFi operation is low, full power supply will be comfortable:

Installation on the car windshield does not take much time. It should be noted that the support has no adjustment on the sides. It is recommended to use a special adhesive film to facilitate the removal of the double-sided tape.

When connecting this model to a PC, three modes of operation are available:

• Memory card access

• webcam mode

• use only energy

Mobile app

I notice that finding the name of the application is not that easy! It is not in the manual and on the packaging, and only on the official website that the RoadCam mobile application for iOS and Android is indicated for use with this model.

First you need to activate the WiFi network on the DVR:

The application displays an image of the lens on the smartphone, gives access to photo and video files. Allows you to change the basic settings of the recorder.

shot quality

Parameters of the video file in 1080P resolution:

Original files with different shooting conditions (to Yandex disk):

Bright sun

Twilight

clue

Night

Real size DVR photos:

conclusion

iBOX Alpha WiFi is a typical representative of modern and inexpensive loggers. The combination of sensor + video processor SC2368 and JL5603 does not provide high-detail video, but otherwise there are a number of modern functions and access to material from a smartphone.

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Thanks for your attention. Good luck on the roads!

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