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What is Engine-off Recording?

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Engine-off Recording allows supported Motive dashcams to continue recording after the vehicle's engine is turned off. This helps capture footage for incidents such as hit-and-runs, theft, or vandalism.

This feature is available on supported Smart Dashcams, AI Dashcams, and AI Dashcam Plus devices. Supported models include DC-33, DC-34, DC-53, DC-54, DC-63, and DC-64.

Enabling Engine-off Recording

Please refer to the following article on how to enable Engine-off recording.

  • When Engine-off Recording is not enabled

When Engine-off Recording is not enabled, supported Motive dashcams, including AI Dashcam Plus, continue recording for 10 minutes after the engine is turned off.

  • When Engine-off Recording is enabled

 Recording duration depends on the vehicle type and your configured settings:

  • For heavy-duty vehicles, Engine-off Recording can continue for up to 24 hours after the engine is turned off, depending on your configured settings.
  • For light-duty and medium-duty vehicles, Engine-off Recording can continue for up to 2 hours after the engine is turned off, depending on your configured settings.

To ensure smooth functioning of this feature, update the VIN on the vehicle profile. This enables the system to identify the vehicle class and apply the appropriate settings accurately. Enabling this feature will also have implications for dashcam storage, so consider the impact on storage capacity accordingly.

Note:  If you need assistance, reach out to the Safety Support team at 855-434-3564.

FAQ

Which Dashcams support Engine-Off Recording?

Engine-off Recording is available on supported Motive dashcams, including Smart Dashcams, AI Dashcams, and AI Dashcam Plus devices. Supported models include DC-33, DC-34, DC-53, DC-54, DC-63, and DC-64. The feature works on both road-facing and dual-facing supported models.

If Engine-Off Recording is not enabled, how long will AI Omnicams continue recording after the engine is turned off?

When Engine-Off Recording is disabled, AI Omnicams follow the default engine-off behavior and continue recording for approximately 10 minutes after the engine is turned off. After that, they enter a low-power state and stop recording until the engine is started again. If you enable Engine-Off Recording, Omnicams will start using the extended recording durations defined in your Engine-Off Recording settings.

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