Automobile data recorder with external positioning module

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of automobile data recorders, and particularly provides an automobile data recorder with an external positioning module, the automobile data recorder comprises a base, a rotating assembly and a recorder host, the base is used for being arranged on a vehicle, the positioning module is arranged in the base, the rotating assembly is rotatably mounted on the base, and the rotating assembly comprises a rotating bracket; the recorder host is used for shooting road conditions in the driving process, the recorder host is installed on the rotating support, and the recorder host is electrically connected with the positioning module. The positioning function is provided for the recorder host through the positioning module, so that the automobile data recorder can record position information while shooting, the positioning module adopts a replaceable design, the automobile data recorder cannot be used when the positioning module fails, and the positioning function of the automobile data recorder can be recovered by replacing the positioning module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of dashcams, and more particularly to a dashcam with an external positioning module. Background Technology

[0002] When driving a car, it is usually necessary to install a dashcam in the car to record the driving process and review it. In addition to recording road conditions, the dashcam also needs to record the real-time location of the vehicle to understand where the vehicle was driven at a certain point in time, which also increases the credibility of the dashcam footage.

[0003] However, in existing dash cams, the positioning module is built into the dash cam body and is usually integrated on the motherboard. If the positioning module is damaged, it means that the motherboard is damaged, making the dash cam unusable.

[0004] Therefore, existing technologies still need to be improved and developed. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this application is to provide a dashcam with an external positioning module, which facilitates the replacement of the dashcam's positioning module and avoids the dashcam becoming unusable due to damage to the positioning module, thereby improving the lifespan of the dashcam.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this application to solve the technical problem is as follows: A dashcam with an external positioning module, comprising:

[0007] A base for mounting on a vehicle, wherein a positioning module is provided inside the base;

[0008] A rotating assembly, rotatably mounted on the base, the rotating assembly including a rotating bracket;

[0009] The recorder host is used to record road conditions during driving. The recorder host is mounted on the rotating bracket and is electrically connected to the positioning module.

[0010] Furthermore, the positioning module includes a positioning chip and a motherboard, the positioning chip is fixed on the motherboard, and the positioning chip is electrically connected to the motherboard.

[0011] Furthermore, the positioning module also includes a data interface, which is located on the motherboard.

[0012] Furthermore, the base includes a mounting groove and a fixing member, the positioning module is detachably installed in the mounting groove, and the fixing member is used to fix the positioning module in the mounting groove.

[0013] Furthermore, the rotating bracket is provided with a first fixing hole, and the recorder host is provided with a second fixing hole. The first fixing hole and the second fixing hole are connected and fixed by a connector.

[0014] Furthermore, the base is provided with two connecting holes, and the rotating bracket is provided with a first rotating hole and a second rotating hole on both sides, and the connecting holes are respectively matched with the first rotating hole and the second rotating hole;

[0015] The rotating assembly also includes a screw, which is sequentially inserted into the first rotating hole, the second rotating hole, and the connecting hole.

[0016] Furthermore, the rotating assembly also includes a spring washer, which is installed in the first rotating hole, and the screw passes through the spring washer.

[0017] Furthermore, the rotating assembly also includes a nut, which is installed in the second rotating hole, and the screw is threadedly connected to the nut.

[0018] Furthermore, the rotating assembly also includes a support washer, which is installed in the connecting hole, and the screw passes through the support washer.

[0019] Furthermore, the base is also provided with an adhesive piece and a wire passage. The adhesive piece is used to mount the base on the vehicle, and the wire passage is used for the connection cable connecting the positioning module and the recorder host to pass through.

[0020] Beneficial effects:

[0021] This application provides a dashcam with an external positioning module, facilitating the replacement of the positioning module and preventing the entire dashcam from becoming unusable due to module failure. A base provides support for the dashcam main unit, allowing for angle adjustment of the main unit by rotating the bracket. Simultaneously, the positioning module within the base adds positioning functionality to the main unit, enabling simultaneous location recording during video recording. Furthermore, the positioning module is replaceable, ensuring that dashcam functionality is not rendered unusable even if it fails, thus extending the dashcam's lifespan. Replacing the positioning module restores the dashcam's positioning function. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of a vehicle dashcam with an external positioning module according to the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 for Figure 1 An exploded view of a dashcam with an external positioning module;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a dashcam with an external positioning module according to this utility model from another angle;

[0025] Figure 4 for Figure 3 An exploded view of a dashcam with an external positioning module;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a front view of a dashcam with an external positioning module according to the present invention;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a left view of a dashcam with an external positioning module according to the present invention.

[0028] Figure 7 This is a top view of a vehicle recorder with an external positioning module according to the present invention;

[0029] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A cross-sectional view along the AA direction;

[0030] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a dashcam with an external positioning module in this utility model, showing the removal of the cover plate.

[0031] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0032] 1. Rotating assembly; 11. Rotating bracket; 111. First fixing hole; 112. First rotating hole; 113. Second rotating hole; 12. Screw; 13. Spring washer; 14. Nut; 15. Support washer; 16. Protective plug; 2. Base; 21. Positioning module; 211. Positioning chip; 212. Main board; 213. Data interface; 22. Mounting slot; 23. Fixing component; 24. Adhesive component; 25. Connecting hole; 26. Wiring groove; 3. Recorder main unit; 31. Second fixing hole; 32. Cover plate; 4. Limiting assembly; 41. Limiting bone; 42. Limiting boundary. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer and more explicit, the following detailed description of this application is provided with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of this application and are not intended to limit this application.

[0034] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this application. Furthermore, the terms "push-pull" and "open-close" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "push-pull" or "open-close" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0035] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0036] This utility model provides a dashcam with an external positioning module. To make the purpose, technical solution, and effects of this utility model clearer and more explicit, the following detailed description is provided with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of this utility model and are not intended to limit it.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 9As shown, a dashcam with an external positioning module facilitates the replacement of the positioning module 21, preventing the entire dashcam from becoming unusable due to damage to the positioning module 21 and thus extending its lifespan. The dashcam includes a base 2, a rotating assembly 1, and a main unit 3. The base 2 is mounted on the vehicle and houses the positioning module 21, which provides positioning functionality for the dashcam. Furthermore, when the positioning function fails, the positioning module 21 can be directly replaced, preventing the entire dashcam from becoming unusable due to damage to the positioning module 21. The rotating assembly 1 is rotatably mounted on the base 2 and includes a rotating bracket 11. The main unit 3 is mounted on the rotating bracket 11, and the rotation of the rotating bracket 11 drives the main unit 3 to rotate, facilitating the recording of the driving process from different angles. The main unit of the recorder 3 is used to record road conditions during driving. In order to enable the main unit of the recorder 3 to perform positioning during the recording process, the main unit of the recorder 3 is electrically connected to the positioning module 21 in the base 2. The positioning module 21 provides positioning function for the main unit of the recorder 3. When the positioning function fails, the main unit of the recorder 3 can also resume the positioning function by directly replacing the positioning module 21.

[0038] Specifically, to enable the positioning module 21 to perform positioning functions, the positioning module 21 includes a positioning chip 211 and a motherboard 212. The positioning chip 211 is fixed on the motherboard 212 and electrically connected to the motherboard 212. The motherboard 212 is then electrically connected to the recorder host 3, thereby adding positioning functionality to the recorder host 3. During the recording process, the recorder host 3 can perform real-time positioning, acquiring driving road condition information and simultaneously obtaining the movement path trajectory, facilitating multi-faceted recording of the driving process. In addition to the positioning chip 211, the motherboard 212 can also be equipped with other chips to enable the recorder host 3 to perform more functions. For example, a wireless transmission chip can be installed, allowing the recorder host 3 to wirelessly connect to external devices, facilitating data reading and maintenance by external devices. Furthermore, the positioning module 21 also includes a data interface 213, which is located on the motherboard 212. It can be connected to other external devices through the data interface 213. For example, an additional camera can be connected and placed on the rear windshield so that the recorder host 3 and the additional camera can simultaneously record the front and rear information of the vehicle during driving. Alternatively, a power source can be connected through the data interface 213 to charge the recorder host 3.

[0039] When a car is in motion, it may experience bumps and swaying when encountering rough road conditions. Therefore, the positioning module 21 needs to be fixed in the base 2 to prevent the car from shaking due to the bumps and swaying. In this application, the base 2 includes a mounting slot 22 and a fixing member 23. The positioning module 21 can be detachably installed in the mounting slot 22, and the fixing member 23 is used to fix the positioning module 21 in the mounting slot 22. When a data interface 213 is installed on the motherboard 212, a connection port corresponding to the data interface 213 can be opened on the outer ring of the mounting slot 22 to facilitate the connection between the data interface 213 and external devices. Specifically, the main board 212 of the positioning module 21 is provided with mounting holes, and the corresponding position of the mounting slot 22 is also provided with mounting holes. At this time, the mounting slot 22 and the mounting holes on the positioning module 21 correspond one-to-one. In addition, bolts are connected to the fixing member 23. When it is necessary to install the positioning module 21 in the mounting slot 22, first align the positioning module 21 and the mounting slot 22 so that the mounting holes correspond one-to-one. Then, gradually screw the bolts of the fixing member 23 into the mounting holes. In this way, the fixing member 23 covers the positioning module 21 and fixes the positioning module 21 in the mounting slot 22. If it is necessary to remove the positioning module 21 from the mounting slot 22 to replace the new positioning module 21, the reverse steps of installing the positioning module 21 shall be followed.

[0040] Similarly, in this application, the base 2 is fixed to the car. Typically, the base 2 is fixed to the windshield or roof of the car. To ensure that the base 2 is firmly fixed and to prevent the base 2 from falling off while the car is in motion, the base 2 also includes an adhesive piece 24. The adhesive piece 24 is located at the end of the base 2 away from the rotating component 1. The base 2 is attached to the car by the adhesive piece 24, thereby fixing the dashcam in this application to the car and preventing the dashcam from falling off while the car is in motion.

[0041] While the car is in motion, it is also necessary to maintain a stable connection between the rotating bracket 11 and the recorder unit 3 to prevent the recorder unit 3 from falling off the rotating bracket 11. Figure 9 As shown, the rotating bracket 11 is provided with a first fixing hole 111, and the recorder host 3 is provided with a second fixing hole 31. The first fixing hole 111 and the second fixing hole 31 are connected and fixed by a connector. Specifically, the rotating bracket 11 is inserted into the groove of the recorder host 3, and the first fixing hole 111 and the second fixing hole 31 are aligned. During this process, the cover plate 32 on the recorder host 3 is removed so that the first fixing hole 111 and the second fixing hole 31 are exposed. Then, the bolts are screwed into the first fixing hole 111 and the second fixing hole 31 to connect and fix the first fixing hole 111 and the second fixing hole 31, thus completing the work of installing the recorder host 3 on the rotating bracket 11.

[0042] To allow the rotating assembly 1 to rotate relative to the base 2, thereby changing the angle of the dashcam main unit 3 and thus the shooting angle of the dashcam, the rotating assembly 1 includes a screw 12 and a rotating bracket 11. The rotating bracket 11 is rotatably mounted on the base 2, and the dashcam main unit 3 is mounted on the rotating bracket 11. Rotating the rotating bracket 11 causes the dashcam main unit 3 to rotate, thus adjusting the shooting angle of the dashcam. The screw 12 passes through the rotating bracket 11 and the base 2. In this case, the screw 12 acts as a rotation shaft. Therefore, when the rotating bracket 11 rotates relative to the base 2, the rotating bracket 11 rotates around the screw 12, thereby changing the angle of the rotating bracket 11 relative to the base 2 and adjusting the angle of the dashcam mounted on the rotating bracket 11.

[0043] In order to allow the screw 12 to pass through the rotating bracket 11 and the base 2, so that the rotating bracket 11 can rotate around the screw 12. Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the rotating bracket 11 has a first rotating hole 112 and a second rotating hole 113 on both sides, and the base 2 has two connecting holes 25, which are matched with the first rotating hole 112 and the second rotating hole 113 respectively. When the rotating bracket 11 needs to rotate relative to the base 2, the screw 12 is first inserted into the first rotating hole 112, the two connecting holes 25 located between the first rotating hole 112 and the second rotating hole 113, and the second rotating hole 113 in sequence, so that the screw 12 becomes the rotating axis of the rotating bracket 11, allowing the rotating bracket 11 to rotate around the screw 12, thereby adjusting the angle of the rotating bracket 11 relative to the base 2.

[0044] After the rotating bracket 11 rotates to a specific angle, it needs to be held at that angle to ensure the dashcam main unit 3 remains at that angle. This prevents the angle of the rotating bracket 11 from changing due to vehicle movement during recording, which could cause the angle of the dashcam main unit 3 to shift and affect the recording. Therefore, in this application, after the rotating bracket 11 rotates to a certain angle, it is necessary to support the rotating bracket 11 and the dashcam mounted on it, fixing them at that specific angle. Only by removing the fixation of the rotating bracket 11 can it be rotated again, thus maintaining the angle of the rotating bracket 11 at a specific value. Specifically, the rotating assembly 1 also includes a spring washer 13, which is installed in the first rotating hole 112. The screw 12 passes through the spring washer 13. In this application, the spring washer 13 is sleeved on the tail of the screw 12, and the spring washer 13 is located between the end of the screw 12 and the connecting hole 25. At this time, the diameter of the end of the screw 12 is larger than the diameter of the end of the first rotating hole 112 near the connecting hole 25, so that the spring washer 13 will not fall out of the first rotating hole 112, but will remain between the first rotating hole 112 and the tail of the screw 12. In addition, the rotating assembly 1 also includes a nut 14, which is installed in the second rotating hole 113. The screw 12 is threadedly connected to the nut 14, that is, the head of the screw 12 is threaded, and the nut 14 is rotatably installed on the head of the screw 12. In this application, the nut 14 is made of copper, but in other embodiments, it may be made of other materials.

[0045] Therefore, the rotating bracket 11 needs to be locked onto the base 2 to maintain the rotating bracket 11 at a certain angle. When supporting the rotating bracket 11 and the recorder host 3 mounted on the rotating bracket 11, first rotate the screw 12 so that the end of the screw 12 gradually presses against the spring washer 13, and then the spring washer 13 presses against the rotating bracket 11, thereby pressing the rotating bracket 11 against the base 2 and locking the rotating bracket 11 onto the base 2 to prevent the rotating bracket 11 from rotating relative to the base 2. In order to lock the rotating bracket 11 and the base 2, the nut 14 can also be turned toward the direction of the connecting hole 25 to further press the rotating bracket 11 against the base 2 and further prevent the rotating bracket 11 from rotating relative to the base 2. When it is necessary to rotate the rotating bracket 11 to adjust the angle of the rotating bracket 11 relative to the base 2 and to adjust the angle of the dashcam mounted on the rotating bracket 11, first rotate the screw 12 so that the end of the screw 12 gradually moves away from the spring washer 13, releasing the pressure of the spring washer 13 on the rotating bracket 11, thereby releasing the lock between the rotating bracket 11 and the base 2, allowing the rotating bracket 11 to rotate relative to the base 2. At the same time, the nut 14 can be turned away from the connecting hole 25, further releasing the lock between the rotating bracket 11 and the base 2. Only after the angle of the rotating bracket 11 is adjusted does it need to be re-locked to fix the relative position between the rotating bracket 11 and the base 2, thus supporting the rotating bracket 11 and the dashcam.

[0046] When the rotating bracket 11 presses against the base 2, to prevent excessive pressure on the rotating bracket 11 from damaging the base 2, the rotating assembly 1 also includes a support pad 15. The support pad 15 is installed in the connecting hole 25, and the screw 12 passes through the support pad 15. Therefore, when the rotating bracket 11 supports the base 2, the support pad 15 supports the rotating bracket 11, preventing the rotating bracket 11 from damaging the base 2. In this application, the support pad 15 is a stainless steel pad, which is not easily deformed and has a better supporting effect. In other embodiments, the support pad 15 may also be a pad made of other materials.

[0047] Furthermore, to prevent the screw 12 from being damaged during the use of the support head, it is necessary to avoid exposing the screw 12. The screw 12 should only be exposed when rotation is required to facilitate operation. Therefore, this application also includes a protective plug 16, which is installed in the first rotation hole 112 and the second rotation hole 113 respectively. The protective plug 16 prevents the screw 12 from being exposed. In this application, the protective plug 16 is made of silicone, which protects the screw 12 while preventing the protective plug 16 from scratching the screw 12.

[0048] During the use of the dashcam, it is necessary to limit the maximum angle of rotation of the rotating component 1 relative to the base 2 to prevent excessive rotation of the rotating component 1 from damaging the adjustment direction bracket head in this application. Therefore, this application also includes a limiting component 4, which is used to limit the rotation angle of the rotating component 1 to ensure that the rotation amplitude of the rotating component 1 is not too large. Specifically, the limiting component 4 includes a limiting bone 41 and a limiting boundary 42. The limiting bone 41 is set on the base 2 and is a long strip-shaped protrusion. The limiting boundary 42 is set on the rotating bracket 11 and forms a rotation groove. The limiting bone 41 passes into the rotation groove and abuts against the limiting boundary 42. When the rotating bracket 11 rotates, the limiting boundary 42 abuts against the limiting bone 41, and the limiting bone 41 limits the rotation of the rotating bracket 11 by limiting the rotation of the limiting boundary 42, thereby fixing the rotation range of the rotating bracket 11 and preventing excessive rotation amplitude of the rotating component 1.

[0049] Furthermore, to enable the recorder main unit 3 and the positioning module 21 to be connected via cable, a cable guide 26 is also provided on the base 2. The cable guide 26 is located next to the limiting bone 41, so that the cable can pass through the cable guide 26 and the rotating bracket 11, and connect the recorder main unit 3 and the positioning module 21 in the base 2 via the cable. Thus, the positioning module 21 adds a positioning function to the dashcam.

[0050] In summary, when using the external positioning module 21 of this application to record driving conditions, first install the positioning module 21 in the mounting slot 22, and simultaneously install the fixing piece 23. Then, set the adhesive piece 24, install the support pad 15 in the connecting hole 25, install the rotating bracket 11 on the base 2, align the first rotating hole 112 and the second rotating hole 113 with the connecting hole 25, insert the spring washer 13 into the screw 12, then insert the screw 12 into the first rotating hole 112, the connecting hole 25 and the second rotating hole 113, push the spring washer 13 into the first rotating hole 112, insert the screw 12, and then screw the nut 14 into the screw 12 and install the nut 14. The rotating assembly 1 is installed in the second rotating hole 113. Then, the rotating bracket 11 is inserted into the groove of the recorder host 3. The cover plate 32 is removed, aligned with the first fixing hole 111 and the second fixing hole 31, and the bolts are screwed in. The cover plate 32 is then replaced, thus installing the recorder host 3 on the rotating bracket 11. After installation, the rotating bracket 11 is rotated to a suitable angle. Finally, the screw 12 is rotated to lock the rotating bracket 11 and the base 2, thus fixing the angle of the rotating bracket 11. Finally, the protective plug 16 is placed in the first rotating hole 112 and the second rotating hole 113 to prevent the screw 12 from being exposed, thus completing the installation of the external positioning module dashcam in this application.

[0051] It should be understood that the application of this utility model is not limited to the examples above. Those skilled in the art can make improvements or modifications based on the above description, and all such improvements and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A vehicle event data recorder with an external positioning module, characterized in that, The utility model relates to a kind of recording instrument, including: Base, the base is used to be arranged on vehicle, positioning module is arranged in the base, and adhesive and threading slot are further arranged on the base, the adhesive is used to be arranged on vehicle, the threading slot is used for the connecting line of connecting positioning module and recorder host is threaded into; Rotary assembly, the rotary assembly is rotatably installed on the base, and the rotary assembly includes rotary support; The recorder host is used to shoot the road condition in driving process, and the recorder host is installed on the rotary support, and the recorder host is electrically connected with the positioning module; Limiting component, the limiting component includes limiting bone and limiting boundary, the limiting bone is arranged on the base, the limiting bone is long strip protrusion, the limiting boundary is arranged on the rotary support, the limiting boundary is surrounded to form a rotary groove, the limiting bone is threaded into the rotary groove, and the limiting bone is abutted with the limiting boundary; The base is provided with two connecting holes, and the two sides of the rotary support are respectively provided with a first rotary hole and a second rotary hole, and the connecting holes are matched with the first rotary hole and the second rotary hole respectively; The rotary assembly further includes screw rod, the screw rod is threaded into the first rotary hole, the second rotary hole and the connecting hole in sequence, so that the rotary support is rotated relative to the base; The rotary assembly further includes spring washer, the spring washer is installed in the first rotary hole, and the screw rod is threaded into the spring washer to keep the rotary support at a certain angle; The rotary assembly further includes nut, the nut is installed in the second rotary hole, and the screw rod is threadedly connected with the nut; The rotary assembly further includes support washer, the support washer is installed in the connecting hole, and the screw rod is threaded into the support washer to avoid that the rotary support is pressed to damage the base.

2. The dashcam with an external positioning module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning module includes positioning chip and mainboard, the positioning chip is fixed on the mainboard, and the positioning chip is electrically connected with the mainboard.

3. The dashcam with an external positioning module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The positioning module further includes data interface, and the data interface is arranged on the mainboard.

4. The dashcam with an external positioning module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The base includes mounting groove and fixing part, the positioning module can be detachably installed in the mounting groove, and the fixing part is used to fix the positioning module in the mounting groove.

5. The dashcam with an external positioning module according to claim 4, characterized in that, The rotary support is provided with a first fixing hole, and the recorder host is provided with a second fixing hole, and the first fixing hole and the second fixing hole are connected and fixed by connecting piece.

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