{"product_id":"blackvue-dr970x","title":"BlackVue DR970X 4K UHD Dashcam, STARVIS 2, 1 or 2 Channel with GPS","description":"\u003ch2\u003e4K UHD Dashcam, Front Only or Front and Rear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue 4K front recording with a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor, dual-band Wi-Fi, built-in GPS and parking mode.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur pick:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 2 Channel (Front + Rear) with 256GB card. 4K files are large, so the bigger card keeps more footage on hand before the camera starts recording over the oldest clips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BlackVue DR970X is BlackVue's 4K dashcam, recording the road ahead in 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) at 30fps through an 8.4MP Sony STARVIS 2 sensor. Four times the pixels of Full HD means more detail when you pause and zoom, which is what you want when the question is a number plate or a road sign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2 Channel version adds a Full HD rear camera. H.265 compression keeps 4K files smaller than older codecs, and dual-band Wi-Fi makes downloading footage to your phone quicker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4K UHD front recording\u003c\/strong\u003e means more detail to zoom into, so number plates and road markings are easier to read after the fact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8.4MP Sony STARVIS 2 sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e means stronger night-time and low-light footage for dark rural roads and early starts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e146° front viewing angle\u003c\/strong\u003e means wider coverage of the road, including lanes either side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eH.265 (HEVC) compression\u003c\/strong\u003e means smaller 4K files, so the memory card holds more footage before it loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi\u003c\/strong\u003e means faster footage transfer to your phone through the BlackVue app.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in GPS\u003c\/strong\u003e means speed and location are recorded with every clip for insurance and incident reports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParking mode with hardwiring kit included\u003c\/strong\u003e means impact and motion recording while parked, with built-in voltage cut-off to help protect the vehicle battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12V to 24V input\u003c\/strong\u003e means it suits everything from family cars to trucks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFleet, transport and logistics vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompany and executive vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTradie utes and service vans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRural and long-distance drivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting the clearest possible evidence footage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear camera and 6m coaxial rear camera cable (2 Channel only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackVue microSD card (128GB or 256GB, matching the option you choose)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackVue hardwiring cable (also sold separately as a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blackvue-hardwiring-power-cable-4-5m\"\u003espare hardwiring cable\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12V power cable or adapter (USB-C power cable and 12V USB-C adapter on 2 Channel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare mounting tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePry tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExact box contents can vary slightly between production batches. If you need a specific item confirmed before ordering, ask us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunning the rear camera to the back of a van, truck or long wheelbase vehicle? The 6m rear cable in the box won't always reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blackvue-10m-rear-camera-coaxial-cable\"\u003eBlackVue 10m Rear Camera Cable (DRCOAX10)\u003c\/a\u003e for vans, canopied utes and longer SUVs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blackvue-15m-rear-camera-coaxial-cable\"\u003eBlackVue 15m Rear Camera Cable (DRCOAX15)\u003c\/a\u003e for trucks, buses and motorhomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blackvue-hardwiring-power-cable-4-5m\"\u003eBlackVue Hardwiring Cable (DRPWRCBL)\u003c\/a\u003e as a spare, or for moving the dashcam to a second vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: the BlackVue CPL filter we stock does not fit the DR970X Plus front camera. We can also fit the dashcam for you across the greater Bay of Plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Codes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eDR970X-1CH-PLUS II 128GB, DR970X-1CH-PLUS II 256GB, DR970X-2CH 128GB KIT, DR970X-2CH 256GB KIT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution \/ Frame Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eFront: 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) @ 30fps\u003cbr\u003eRear: Full HD 1080p @ 30fps (2 Channel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImage Sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eFront: Sony STARVIS 2, approx. 8.4MP\u003cbr\u003eRear: Sony STARVIS, approx. 2.1MP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViewing Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eFront: 146° diagonal\u003cbr\u003eRear: 131° diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Codec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eH.265 (HEVC) \/ H.264 (AVC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi \/ GPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eBuilt-in dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi, built-in GPS and GLONASS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory Card Supplied\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e128GB or 256GB BlackVue microSD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e12V to 24V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e-20°C to 70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e2 years, manufacturer warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA downloadable spec sheet for this model is not yet available on our site. Ask us and we will send the manufacturer's specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the BlackVue DR970X true 4K?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the DR970X front camera records native 4K UHD at 3840 x 2160 and 30fps using an 8.4MP Sony STARVIS 2 sensor. The rear camera on the 2 Channel version records Full HD 1080p at 30fps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the DR970X record while the vehicle is parked?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the DR970X records in parking mode when hardwired to a constant power supply, and the hardwiring kit is included in the box. It records impacts and motion while parked, and the built-in voltage cut-off helps protect the vehicle battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I choose the DR970X or the DR770X?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose the DR970X when image detail matters most, as 4K gives far more to zoom into. Choose the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blackvue-dr770x\"\u003eBlackVue DR770X\u003c\/a\u003e if you want smoother 60fps front footage at a lower price, or a dashcam with a higher heat rating for very hot cabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 128GB or 256GB the right memory size for 4K?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 256GB card is the better fit for 4K, holding roughly twice as much footage as 128GB before the oldest clips are recorded over. 128GB suits shorter daily trips where footage is checked regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the DR970X cope with a hot car in summer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe DR970X uses a super capacitor rather than a lithium battery and is rated to operate from -20°C to 70°C, with an automatic high-temperature cut-off. In a vehicle parked in full sun for long periods, the DR770X has the higher heat rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a subscription to use it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo subscription is needed to record or to view footage on your phone over the camera's own Wi-Fi. Remote features such as live view and push alerts use BlackVue Cloud and need an internet connection for the camera, so check BlackVue's current Cloud plan options before relying on them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"BlackVue","offers":[{"title":"2 Channel (Front + Rear) \/ 128GB","offer_id":45118255661107,"sku":"DR970X-2CH 128GB KIT","price":918.85,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Channel (Front + Rear) \/ 256GB","offer_id":45118255693875,"sku":"DR970X-2CH 256GB KIT","price":953.35,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Channel (Front) \/ 128GB","offer_id":45118255726643,"sku":"DR970X-1CH-PLUS II 128GB","price":803.85,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Channel (Front) \/ 256GB","offer_id":45118255759411,"sku":"DR970X-1CH-PLUS II 256GB","price":849.85,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/7357\/3939\/files\/Blackvue-DR970X.png?v=1792545807","url":"https:\/\/mobilesystems.nz\/products\/blackvue-dr970x","provider":"Mobile Systems Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}