Technology Talk: Digital In-Car Video System Minimum Performance Specifications

In-car video recording has emerged as a fundamental instrument for the law enforcement community to protect its officers as well as the community at large; these systems are used increasingly in police vehicles to the point that they have now become almost standard equipment. Digital in-car video systems are quickly being adopted in favor of analog recorders, eliminating cumbersome VHS tape storage requirements, improving video and audio quality, and assisting in the prosecution of suspects in court. However, such a transition presents new challenges and considerations for law enforcement agencies.