How to use a DVR as the camera

Select and purchase one of the special models, multifunctional DVRs, which can be used as a portable compact camera. One of the most famous devices of this type is the DVR Highscreen Black Box Outdoor. Without connected screen this device looks like a cylinder, one end of which has the lens and the other panel with HDMI and miniUSB, connectors for two microphones, a slot for memory card and switch between the different resolutions videos.

A feature of this device is the presence of multiple fasteners through which the DVR can be used for doing a variety of shooting conditions. This holders for car, motorcycle handlebar or bike helmet or any flat surfaces.

Insert the memory card device of sufficient size and begin shooting video, hold the cylinder with a camera in hand or attaching it to the head. However, she will appear as a compact device for capturing form GO-PRO, so it's unlikely people will be able to understand that you are using the car recorder, but not normal cell.

You can use for simple video shooting and other models of car recorders. For this, they should be easy to carry and have a removable attachment. In addition, an important the amount of memory available for recording videos: simple recorders often support a memory card of small volume, since the road shooting is not very much space.

Use the device that support a memory card of 16 Gb and above. Pay attention to the angle of the DVR: if it is wide enough, you will be comfortable to shoot. Simple and inexpensive models typically remove only a small space in front of you, allowing you to use them only in the car.

DVRs can be used as outdoor surveillance cameras. To do this, purchase a device with recording function the interval. Make sure that it allows you to shoot over a long period of time. You can configure it to turn through a certain period and work for 1-2 hours, after which it will again go in standby mode.

Compact model DVRs are often used as web camera, connected to computer or laptop via a USB port. Pay attention to devices with a flexible stem and a convenient stand to comfortably position the camera in front of your face. Some models only work with computer software, for example, WebcamDV.