Our flagship 4K UHD dash camera available in front or front and rear systems, now with an improved Sony STARVIS 2 sensor. Redefining expectations for dashcam video quality and storage efficiency, with industry leading features and experience for complete confidence.
When only the best will do
With its 8.4MP Sony STARVIS 2 CMOS sensor, the DR970X-1CH PLUS captures 4K 2160P UHD video – four times as many pixels as Full HD; combined with true 4K 2-channel technology, BlackVue brings a whole new level to dash cams.

The new DR970X PLUS Series
For your peace of mind
Experience the latest in Sony STARVIS 2 technology
Higher quality, better night-time clarity and richer vision

Ultra HD Resolution
STARVIS 2 CMOS front sensor
Dual Band WiFi
Ultrawide forward viewing angle
Optional LTE connectivity module

Auto Impact and Motion Detection

Intelligent parking mode monitoring

Outstanding low light sensitivity

New and upgraded lens
An all new 7-Element f/1.7 Aperture lens for improved vision
Expandable Cloud Features
Simple cloud connection via our LTE module
Camera Coaxial Port
Connect your IR camera for ride-share or rear camera for standard use
Quick format button
Easily format your microSD card for increased longevity
Capture your journey in 4K
With its 8.4 megapixel Sony STARVIS 2 CMOS sensors, capture the road ahead in 4K Ultra High Definition at 30fps – 4 times as many pixels as in Full HD. And with its fast shutter speed, details are frozen in place. Just pause and zoom in.
Intelligent parking mode
With advanced parking mode technology, your dash cam protects your car, recording videos when it detects movement or impact, even when you’re not there. Buffered recording even includes the few seconds before and after the triggered event, so you get the complete picture.


Interchangeable second camera
The DR970X PLUS series comes with a universal secondary camera port on all front camera units – this means you can easily add on an infrared (IR) or an exterior IR camera to fit your changing needs.
Seamless pairing
Simply connect to your dashcam without leaving the BlackVue App. With Seamless Pairing, setting up your dashcam is a breeze. Just power the dashcam, then easily connect from the BlackVue app and follow the simple instructions.

Supercharged with BlackVue Cloud™

Live View
Remote Viewing at your fingertips

Emergency Alarm
Receive notifications on the go

Video Backup
Move files from dashcam to cloud

Video Playback
Watch on your computer or smartphone

Take a closer look
DR970X-1CH PLUS
Safety & Satisfaction always come first
BlackVue won the 2021 Canstar Dash Cam awards, achieving 5 stars in all categories. BlackVue was rated five stars in all ratings categories, including picture quality, ease of use, ease of accessing footage, memory/storage capacity, sound quality, value for money, design and overall satisfaction.

What’s in the box
DR970X-1CH Plus

- Front Camera
- MicroSD Card
- MicroSD Card Reader
- BlackVue Hardwiring Kit
- 12V Cig Power Cable
- Cable Clips
- Spare Mounting Tape
- Pry Tool
- Quick Start Guide
- 3-Year Warranty
Specifications
Key Specifications
| Model Name | DR970X-1CH PLUS |
|---|---|
| Channel | 1 Channel (Front)
Port allows for rear camera to be added later. |
| Colour / Size / Weight | Black / Width 118.6 mm x Height 36 mm / 108 g |
| Memory | microSD Card (64 GB/128 GB/256 GB/512 GB)
*BlackVue cards must be used. |
| Speaker & GPS | Built-in |
| LED | Front: Security LED, Recording LED, Proximity Sensor LED, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi/LTE LED |
| Sensor | 3-Axis acceleration sensor |
| Battery or Capacitor | Built-in Super Capacitor
Capacitor’s are better as they are not at risk of heat damage which batteries face. |
Camera + Recording
| Recording Mode | Normal Recording Event Recording (Impact Detection) Manual Event Recording Parking Mode Recording (Impact and Motion Detection).For extended Parking Mode recording, a B112 or B130X dedicated battery pack is recommended. |
|---|---|
| Button | Touch sensor: Trigger Manual Recording
Touch the sensor to trigger manual recording. Can be disabled in settings. |
| Camera | STARVIS 2 8.4 Megapixel CMOS Sensor |
| Viewing Angle | Diagonal 146°, Horizontal 125°, Vertical 68° |
| Format Free | Yes (Adaptive) |
| Resolution/FPS | TRUE 4K UHD (3840×2160) @30fps
Camera resolution is fixed and cannot be changed to 1080P |
| Image Quality | Highest (Extreme): 60+10 Mbps* Highest: 25+10 Mbps High: 12+8 Mbps Normal: 8+6 Mbps*60Mbps bitrates only supported in H.265(HEVC). |
| Video Codec | H.264 (AVC)
H.265 (HEVC) |
| Video File Extension | MP4 |
Operating
| Input Voltage | DC 12V – 24V (3 pole DC Plug: (Ø3.5 x Ø1.1), MAX 1A/12V) |
|---|---|
| Current Consumption | Normal Mode (GPS On/1CH): Avg. 340mA /12V Parking Mode (GPS Off/1CH): Avg. 260mA /12V * Actual power consumption may vary depending on use conditions and environment.Actual power consumption may vary depending on use conditions and environment. |
| Voltage Cut-off | Built-in Variable Voltage Cut-off System 11.8V – 12.5V 22.8V – 24V |
| Operating & Storage Temp | -20℃ – 80℃ (-4°F – 158°F ) |
| High Temperature Cut-off | Approximately 80℃ (176°F) |
Other
| Wi-Fi | Built-in (802.11n 2.4~2.4835 GHz / 802.11ac 5GHz dual band). |
|---|---|
| Software | BlackVue Viewer* Windows 7 or higher and Mac OS X Sierra (10.12) or higher. |
| GPS | Built-in (Dual Band: GPS, GLONASS) |
| 4G LTE | Optional via the CM100GLTE module |
| Application | BlackVue Application (Android 8.0 or higher, iOS 13.0 or higher)
Some videos may not play on HTC mobile devices due to the resolution of the files |
| Microphone | Built-in |
| Origin | Made in Korea |
| Certifications | FCC, ISED, CE, UKCA, RCM, RoHS, Telec, WEEE, KC |
| Warranty | 36 Months Warranty (Australian Customers Only)
T&C’s Apply |














