{"product_id":"viofo-a229-pro-tele-3ch-4k-2k-telephoto-4x-optical-zoom-1080p-dash-cam","title":"VIOFO A229 Pro Tele 3CH 4K + 2K + 1080p Dash Cam","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWide road coverage, a closer view ahead and a separate rear view.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VIOFO A229 Pro Tele 3CH combines a wide 4K front camera, a fixed 2K forward-facing telephoto camera and a separate 1080p rear camera. You get complementary views of the road ahead and following traffic. The wide camera captures surrounding road context while the narrower telephoto view helps show more distant detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe front and telephoto cameras both face forward. A separate rear-window camera records behind your vehicle. No cabin camera is included.\u003c\/strong\u003e All three supplied cameras record at 30FPS with HDR. A front CPL-200 filter and an 18-month manufacturer warranty are included. A memory card, hardwire kit, remote and additional filters are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4K front recording:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3840 × 2160 video at 30FPS, with an 8MP Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensor and a 140° field of view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2K forward telephoto recording:\u003c\/strong\u003e a 5MP Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 sensor and fixed F2.0 lens with a 35° field of view. VIOFO describes this as 4× optical zoom relative to the wide front view, not a motorized or adjustable zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparate rear recording:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1080p video at 30FPS with a 2MP Sony STARVIS 2 IMX662 sensor, F1.8 aperture and 160° field of view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDR and reflection control:\u003c\/strong\u003e HDR helps balance bright and dark areas. The included front CPL-200 filter reduces windshield reflections. The telephoto camera uses the optional CPL-500 filter, and the rear camera uses optional CPL-600, not the ordinary A229 Pro rear camera’s filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal dual-band Wi-Fi:\u003c\/strong\u003e review and download clips through the VIOFO app using a nearby phone over 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi. Transfer speed varies with your phone and surroundings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGPS recording:\u003c\/strong\u003e location, speed and time add context to saved footage. The GPS module supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoice controls and notifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e supported commands include saving video and taking photos. Spoken notifications help flag recording or memory-card problems. Commands support English, Chinese, Russian and Japanese; other interface languages use English commands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUnderstand the telephoto view\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fixed telephoto lens concentrates on a smaller area ahead. Aim it carefully and check saved daylight and nighttime recordings after installation. Its narrow view can miss events outside the center of the road, so review it alongside the wide front footage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReadable license plates are not guaranteed. Speed, distance, light, glare, weather and camera alignment affect results. The front camera records 4K at 30FPS, not 60FPS. Telephoto settings can be set to On, Off, Only On while Driving or Only On while Parking; check saved channels after changing them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParking recording and power\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eParking recording requires compatible continuous power. The optional VIOFO HK4 hardwire kit supplies constant power, an ignition signal and a battery cutoff through the GPS mount’s USB-C port. The existing model documentation also lists HK6 compatibility; vehicle-voltage stamping requires HK6.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffered event recording saves triggered clips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime-lapse creates condensed footage without audio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-bitrate mode records continuous video and audio in smaller files.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNight Vision is available with 1FPS time-lapse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to three parking geofence zones can turn the camera off at selected locations. Outside those zones, or with weak or lost GPS reception, it enters parking mode.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRuntime depends on the power source, cutoff settings, temperature and camera settings. Connect constant power, ignition and ground correctly, select the parking mode and battery cutoff, and test ignition switching and every camera’s recordings. A switched vehicle socket stops powering the system when it turns off. Test geofence zones at their actual locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage and connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA high-endurance microSD card up to 512GB is required and sold separately. All connected views save to the card in the front unit. Loop recording replaces older ordinary files as the card fills; additional channels consume storage faster. Locked incident files also use finite space. Copy important original clips promptly and check card health and formatting regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrivacy mode retains only the latest six ordinary files for this three-channel configuration. Leave it off if you need the usual recording history. Export important files before changing settings or formatting storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model does not record to an external SSD. Wi-Fi is a local connection, not remote cloud access. There is no built-in LTE or cloud service for remote viewing, live tracking or parking push alerts. The optional BTR200 remote provides a physical clip-lock button and configurable controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4K HDR front camera × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2K HDR long-focus telephoto camera × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1080p HDR rear-window camera × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCar charger × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelephoto camera cable × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear-window camera cable × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C data cable × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront camera CPL-200 polarizing filter × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindshield static stickers × 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare adhesive stickers × 1 set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim removal tool × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarning sticker × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser manual and quick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront lens: F1.8 \/ 140°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelephoto lens: F2.0 \/ 35°, fixed long-focus lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 2.4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording: loop recording and G-sensor support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: DC 5V \/ 2A; supercapacitor; external power required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temperature: −4°F to 149°F (−20°C to 65°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront unit dimensions: 2.3 × 3.9 × 1.8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelephoto camera dimensions: 2.79 × 1.13 × 1.51 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio: built-in microphone and speaker; audio settings available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFile formats: MP4 video and JPEG still images\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 18-month manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSetup and firmware notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the windshield and lenses, aim the front and telephoto cameras forward and the rear camera backward through a clear area of the rear window. Route the rear cable clear of airbags and moving parts, and check test recordings for reflections before finalizing installation. Windshield coatings, surrounding buildings and satellite visibility can affect GPS reception. Confirm GPS reception and time settings after installation. Set up the system while parked, practice supported voice commands and check important recordings only when safe to stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse firmware for the exact A229 Pro Tele configuration. The front firmware file is FWA229PT; the listed EthcamTxFW file is specifically for the telephoto camera. Ordinary A229 Pro rear-camera firmware is not a substitute. Back up recordings and settings, use stable power and follow the exact manufacturer update instructions. Current front updates reset settings and advise against downgrading. The A229 Pro manual covers several camera configurations; only the cameras listed above are included in this package.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BlackboxMyCar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67846115590246,"sku":"VF-A229Pro-Tele-3","price":339.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5520\/9574\/files\/VIOFO_A229_Pro_Tele_3CH_4K_2K_1080p_Dash_Cam_1.png?v=1793230223","url":"https:\/\/mycarstuff.shop\/products\/viofo-a229-pro-tele-3ch-4k-2k-telephoto-4x-optical-zoom-1080p-dash-cam","provider":"My Car Stuff","version":"1.0","type":"link"}