Dashboard cameras often called dashcams are the answer in the midst of increasing awareness of the importance of safety and evidence when driving.
Dashboard cameras in cars are now one of the most popular devices because of the many functions and benefits they provide. Dashcam is useful for recording trips to being a silent witness when an incident occurs on the road.
This article will help add to your insight regarding dashboard cameras from their definition, function, and regulations in Indonesia.
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What is a Dashboard Camera?
A dashboard camera is a small camera that is usually installed at the front, center, or rear of the car to record activities around the vehicle while driving.
Its function is to record images and sounds while the vehicle is running. This recording, if needed one day, can be important evidence in various situations, such as accidents or unexpected events.
How Dashboard Camera Works
The way the dashboard camera works is quite simple from the camera that will interrupt when the vehicle is started to storing the video, here’s how the dashcam works in sequence:
- The camera turns on when the vehicle engine is started: The dashcam is connected to the car security system which will make the camera turn on when the vehicle engine is started.
- Recording video: As long as the car is running, the dashcam will automatically record the entire trip.
- Recordings are automatically saved: The dashcam recordings will be automatically saved to the microSD memory or dashcam internal storage.
The Function of Dashboard Camera
Dashboard camera has several main functions, one of the most important of which is to record the ride as evidence in the event of an accident or traffic violation. Here are some of the main functions of a dashcam:
1. Recording the trip
One of the functions of the dashcam is to record the trip. Everything that happens in front of or behind the vehicle (depending on the installation position) during the trip will be recorded. This is useful for capturing beautiful scenery, funny moments, or as evidence in the event of an accident.
2. Evidence of an accident
When a vehicle accident occurs, it is often not known what the chronology is. With the dashcam, the recordings can be used as evidence in traffic accident cases, both to determine who is at fault and to support insurance claims.
3. Insurance assistance
In the event of an accident, you will of course need to make an insurance claim for vehicle repair costs or life insurance. Dashcam footage can be a shred of strong evidence to support your insurance claim.
4. Crime prevention
By installing a dashcam on a car, criminal acts can be prevented. Because the perpetrators know that their activities are being recorded, likely, that criminal acts will not be committed.
5. Protect the vehicle when parked
Some dashcams are equipped with a “parking mode” feature that is active even when the car is off. This is useful for monitoring suspicious events around the car, including the risk of theft or minor collisions when parking.
Dashboard Camera Regulation in Indonesia
The dashboard camera uses communication technologies such as WiFi that operate within a specific frequency spectrum. In Indonesia, any WiFi-based wireless device is required to have DJID (Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure) under the Ministry of Communication and Digital (KOMDIGI).
Dashboard camera regulations are based on KEPMEN No. 12 Tahun 2025, which requires all WiFi-based devices to meet specific technical standards before being sold in the country.
The DJID certification ensures that the product meets government safety and quality regulations and does not interfere with other communication devices. The certification process involves technical testing, such as frequency adjustments, safety checks, and compatibility with the surrounding environment.
Once the tests are completed, products that pass are listed in a Test Result Report, which confirms that the product is safe and ready for sale in Indonesia. This report reassures customers that the product meets technical standards and is secure.
For companies wanting to sell dashboard camera in Indonesia, Type Approval Certification Services for ICT Products are available to assist with this process. This service includes preparing technical and legal documents, conducting required testing, ensuring compliance with regulations, helping companies streamline the certification process, and giving consumers confidence in certified products.
