What is the difference between the 1CH and 2CH Plus?
The DR590X-1CH Plus records a single front view at 1080p and 60FPS. The DR590X-2CH Plus records front and rear views at 1080p and 30FPS each. Choose based on the views you need, rather than assuming both models have the same frame rate.
Can I watch my car remotely with this model?
No. Its Wi-Fi connects a nearby phone directly to the camera. The DR590X-2CH Plus does not offer remote live viewing, LTE connectivity or remote vehicle tracking. GPS, if added, records location information for playback.
Does it have Bluetooth?
No Bluetooth seamless pairing is supported on the DR590X Plus series. Use the BlackVue app’s manual Wi-Fi setup or the QR-code registration option when supplied on the packaging.
Is GPS included?
No. Our DR590X-2CH Plus package uses an optional external GPS receiver, sold separately. The camera can record without it; add the compatible receiver if you want speed and location data in your footage.
Is the hardwire cable included?
Yes. This package includes the BlackVue hardwiring cable as well as a cigarette-lighter power adapter. A battery pack is optional. Use the installation method and settings appropriate for your vehicle.
Will it record when the ignition is off?
It needs a suitable constant power source. With the included hardwire cable correctly installed and battery protection enabled, the ignition signal triggers parking mode. The voltage cutoff or timer can stop recording to protect the vehicle battery. The supercapacitor does not power overnight recording.
What does parking mode save?
Motion-and-impact mode buffers video and saves activity detected in the camera’s view or by the impact sensor. The current BlackVue settings manual also describes a time-lapse option, recording one frame per second with normal-speed impact events. Available settings depend on installed firmware; check the exact Plus-series manual and update first.
How can I reduce unwanted parking events?
Adjust the motion and G-sensor sensitivity for where you park. Passing traffic, rain or moving foliage can trigger motion recordings. Review test clips after changing settings, and keep enough storage for the events that matter to you.
Is a memory card included, and what size can I use?
A BlackVue microSD card and reader are included. The camera supports 32 to 512GB with current firmware. Check the package or order details for the supplied card capacity.
How do I protect an important clip?
Download or copy it to another device promptly. Loop recording overwrites ordinary footage as the card fills. The event-lock setting protects a limited number of event files; it is not permanent storage. Back up clips before formatting or changing settings that can erase the card.
Does the rear camera have infrared night vision?
No. This is the standard rear-road camera package, not the DR590X IR interior version. The rear camera uses a 2MP CMOS sensor; the Sony STARVIS sensor is in the front camera.
Does it guarantee readable number plates at night?
No. The Sony STARVIS front sensor and Enhanced Night Vision help in low light, but motion, glare, distance and exposure affect detail. Review a sample original recording after installation and keep the lens and windshield clean.
Do I need a subscription to record and download clips?
No subscription is needed for local memory-card recording or nearby Wi-Fi access. Any optional account-based app storage is separate and does not turn this camera into a remotely connected BlackVue Cloud model.
Can I use it with a battery pack?
Yes, with a compatible supply and output connection. The PowerCell 8 can power the included cigarette-lighter adapter from its socket output. Use the appropriate hardwire output when you want ignition-triggered switching; the camera can also enter parking mode after remaining stationary.
Which firmware should I download?
Use the DR590X-2CH Plus download, not the original DR590X or a different channel-count model. Check the manufacturer’s release page, back up important recordings and follow the update instructions. Recheck the time zone, video settings and parking protection afterward.
What warranty comes with this package?
This new DR590X-2CH Plus package includes a two-year manufacturer warranty. See our warranty, returns and exchange policy for service details.