s p e c ia l se c ti o n SUMMER SAFETY SERIES - PART TWO {Vehicular Safety Technology} The video event data recorders can record on a constant loop or stream live during dangerous situations. They can be set to only record up to 30 seconds before a triggered event, allowing the system to capture exactly what happened. Capturing the event’s cause is particularly useful to protect against false accusations and claims. A review of the footage helps operators capture dangerous behavior and identify specific training needs. A Digital Ally event recorder can fit inconspicuously into a rearview mirror without interfering with the driver’s line of sight. To minimize distraction, the one-way mirror glass conceals the monitor and makes it invisible when not in use. Having maximized the benefits of the hardware, Digital Ally says it programmed its VuVault management and reporting software to enhance the use of recorded video, data and optional audio for any risk reduction efforts. GPS mapping and
comprehensive reports provide insight for further driver training, problematic or dangerous geographic areas and equipment status. Operators pay no ongoing fee for the use of the self-managed software. It also allows wireless firmware upgrades to the video event data recorders, which provide updates to the system with the newest capabilities for its remaining product life. Recorded data of the vehicle, driver and GPS map, as well as eventtrigger data can show during playback, giving a quick yet insightful look into incidents. The software also allows notes to be added and important events to be marked within the recordings, which may also be visible when playing a recording for training purposes. Access to any data, including custom user-added fields, can help in sorting, searching and retrieving recordings. Top: A Digital Ally event recorder can fit inconspicuously into a rearview mirror without interfering with the driver’s line of sight. Bottom: Digital Ally says the mere presence of cameras can be effective in calming potentially dangerous passengers.
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