The BlackVue Elite 9 2CH is a premium, dual-channel dash cam system designed for high-end front and rear vehicle surveillance. Combining ultra-high-definition recording with advanced cloud connectivity and an ultra-efficient parking mode, it stands as a cornerstone of BlackVue's flagship line.
Product Overview
The Elite 9 2CH provides a discreet, cylindrical "invisible" layout that seamlessly mounts behind your rearview mirror. It features an upgraded, faster processing chipset to power a 12-bit color pipeline (capturing up to 68 billion colors) for unmatched color accuracy and realism.
Its primary focus is on superior dynamic exposure. By utilizing simultaneous Dual HDR (High Dynamic Range) on both the front and rear lenses, it eliminates night-time glare from oncoming headlights and prevents overexposed highlights in harsh sunlight. This ensures that critical data, such as license plates and facial details, remain perfectly crisp under varying lighting conditions.
Technical Description & Specifications
1. Camera & Optics
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Front Sensor: Sony Starvis 2 CMOS (IMX678)
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Rear Sensor: Sony Starvis 2 CMOS (IMX675)
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Resolution & Frame Rate:
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Front: 4K UHD (3840×2160) @ 30fps
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Rear: 2K QHD (2560×1440) @ 30fps
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Lenses & Aperture:
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Front: f/1.7 aperture with an 8-layer lens array
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Rear: f/2.0 aperture with a 7-layer lens array
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Field of View (FOV):
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Front: 146° Diagonal (125° Horizontal, 68° Vertical)
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Rear: 142° Diagonal (118° Horizontal, 62° Vertical)
2. Advanced Surveillance & Power Modes
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Power Saving Parking Mode: Features an ultra-efficient standby architecture drawing less than 1mA of current. Upon an impact detected by the internal G-sensor, the camera wakes up and initializes recording in under 1 second, allowing the system to monitor a parked car for weeks without draining the vehicle battery.
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Standard Parking Modes: Supports traditional Motion Detection and Time-Lapse recording options (requires the included hardwiring fuse cable or an external battery pack).
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Smart Event Buffering: Captures a 10-second pre-incident buffer before any driving or parking impact occurs, saving a complete picture of what triggered the event.
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Thermal Protection: Features a built-in temperature sensor with an automatic high-temperature cutoff threshold at approximately 75°C (167°F) to prevent overheating in hot climates.
3. Connectivity & Hardware Integration
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Wireless Syncing: Built-in Dual-Band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz / 5GHz). Utilizing the 5GHz band via the BlackVue App allows high-resolution video transfers in 10 to 20 seconds.
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Built-in Bluetooth: (V2.1+EDR / 5.3) for quick, seamless pairing with mobile devices and accessories.
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Location Tracking: Integrated Dual-Band GPS & GLONASS sensor embeds speed and mapping coordinates directly into video metadata.
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Cloud Compatibility: Cloud-ready right out of the box. Connects via a mobile hotspot or by plugging the optional external BlackVue CM100G LTE Module directly into the front camera's USB port. This unlocks live remote viewing, 24/7 push alerts, and automated cloud backups.
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Audio & Interface: Built-in microphone, speaker for voice guidance (supporting 17 languages), physical power button, and a touch-sensitive proximity region to instantly trigger custom manual recording clips.
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Storage Support: MicroSD slots support high-end endurance cards up to 1TB capacity. It utilizes an Adaptive Format-Free file management system to eliminate card corruption issues.