Wolfbox G900 Pro First Impressions

[Pappamoto]

I installed my @WOLFBOX G900. It was very easy to set up and install. Took me around 30 minutes and most of that was spent on routing the wires. Generally, I love the performance and UI of the front camera/display. The following are my initial nitpicks.

1) This is leaning toward more than a nitpick for my use. The rear-view camera is not good enough for me. I wanted a rear-view mirror replacement that gave me a better view than trying to look back past all the headrests and small rear window of the Maverick. Since Wolfbox advertises and makes you believe that this device would be great for a rear-view mirror replacement (since it takes the place of the rear-view physically) I think the rear-view camera was just an afterthought with the front camera having more features and capabilities. The rear camera should be just as good as the front if it's going to be a main "feature." Other dash cams can get away with a weaker rear camera because they don't physically replace your rear-view mirror.

2) Again, with the rear-view camera. The wide viewing angle is really wide. I would love a capability for the UI to change the zoom level of the rear camera. The cameras currently have the capability to move the view up and down vertically, but adding a zoom would make a big difference to me. If you are using the rear camera for a backup camera then I could see how this wide view would be beneficial, but since Mavericks already have a backup camera (newer vehicles I think all have this now) this wide view isn't necessary.

3) Rear view camera again... I get stuttering when there are multiple things in motion (which happens most of the time). Maybe the zoom feature would help this as well, so it doesn't have to process as much as the large view it has currently.

That's it. Everything else is really, really good. If these few nitpicks were covered, it would be a perfect rear-view/dash cam device for me.

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[dmopro]

I installed my Wolfbox G900. It was very easy to set up and install. Took me around 30 minutes and most of that was spent on routing the wires. Generally, I love the performance and UI of the front camera/display. The following are my initial nitpicks.

1) This is leaning toward more than a nitpick for my use. The rear-view camera is not good enough for me. I wanted a rear-view mirror replacement that gave me a better view than trying to look back past all the headrests and small rear window of the Maverick. Since Wolfbox advertises and makes you believe that this device would be great for a rear-view mirror replacement (since it takes the place of the rear-view physically) I think the rear-view camera was just an afterthought with the front camera having more features and capabilities. The rear camera should be just as good as the front if it's going to be a main "feature." Other dash cams can get away with a weaker rear camera because they don't physically replace your rear-view mirror.

2) Again, with the rear-view camera. The wide viewing angle is really wide. I would love a capability for the UI to change the zoom level of the rear camera. The cameras currently have the capability to move the view up and down vertically, but adding a zoom would make a big difference to me. If you are using the rear camera for a backup camera then I could see how this wide view would be beneficial, but since Mavericks already have a backup camera (newer vehicles I think all have this now) this wide view isn't necessary.

3) Rear view camera again... I get stuttering when there are multiple things in motion (which happens most of the time). Maybe the zoom feature would help this as well, so it doesn't have to process as much as the large view it has currently.

That's it. Everything else is really, really good. If these few nitpicks were covered, it would be a perfect rear-view/dash cam device for me.

Personally, I like the rear camera. I have mine mounted outside under the third break brake light.

 

[JollyRed]

Just received my Wolfbox and I couldn’t agree more with your findings.

I find that the rear view 2.5k is just a little too grainy when driving. The front facing 4k really pops and I wish they would have switched the camera resolutions if both being 4k is not possible especially if displaying the rear feed exclusively which is reasonable since this is suppose to be a digital rear view mirror.

Placed my rear camera and found the image looks significantly better especially at night when I open the back window so might figure out a way to get it outside with the 3rd brake light cleanly.

 

[Pappamoto]

Just received my Wolfbox and I couldn’t agree more with your findings.

I find that the rear view 2.5k is just a little too grainy when driving. The front facing 4k really pops and I wish they would have switched the camera resolutions if both being 4k is not possible especially if displaying the rear feed exclusively which is reasonable since this is suppose to be a digital rear view mirror.

Placed my rear camera and found the image looks significantly better especially at night when I open the back window so might figure out a way to get it outside with the 3rd brake light cleanly.

It seems like looking at reviews that they do better either externally or through a non-tinted window.

 

[Hanzzolo]

It seems like looking at reviews that they do better either externally or through a non-tinted window.

I have mine inside and it’s fine.

 

[JollyRed]

I have my rear 35% tint overtop the factory which does make it rather dark back there.

 

[Pappamoto]

I have mine inside and it’s fine.

Does yours show any stuttering at all? I've been in contact with the manufacturer, and they want to replace the rear camera. I had contacted them to see if I could possibly have a setting or improper installation that would cause the stuttering, so I would hate for them to give good faith in sending me a replacement, only to have it my fault that it is stuttering like it is. I have followed all of their recommendations to try, but the stuttering is still there. I suppose it could be a faulty camera or more likely (I think) a bad cable.

The reason why I don't think it's a faulty camera is that the video looks good, except for the stuttering. I would think a faulty camera would have no video, or something indicative of a bad sensor. I'm not sure if a bad sensor could cause it to stutter though.

 

[Hanzzolo]

Does yours show any stuttering at all? I've been in contact with the manufacturer, and they want to replace the rear camera. I had contacted them to see if I could possibly have a setting or improper installation that would cause the stuttering, so I would hate for them to give good faith in sending me a replacement, only to have it my fault that it is stuttering like it is. I have followed all of their recommendations to try, but the stuttering is still there. I suppose it could be a faulty camera or more likely (I think) a bad cable.

The reason why I don't think it's a faulty camera is that the video looks good, except for the stuttering. I would think a faulty camera would have no video, or something indicative of a bad sensor. I'm not sure if a bad sensor could cause it to stutter though.

No shuttering at all. I did replace mine because of a broken AV connector to the screen though. The visibility in dark of night isn’t great but I don’t find it that bad in the street lights of the city. I have the 930 though, the cheaper version. All I’d want is to be able to zoom in. That’s my only gripe with it.

 

[Pappamoto]

No shuttering at all. I did replace mine because of a broken AV connector to the screen though. The visibility in dark of night isn’t great but I don’t find it that bad in the street lights of the city. I have the 930 though, the cheaper version. All I’d want is to be able to zoom in. That’s my only gripe with it.

Yes, my video picture is pretty clear aside from the stuttering. It's amazing how it can be as good as it is when it's pitch black out.

I agree with you on the zoom. I would pay money for that upgrade!

 

[Pappamoto]

I was impressed enough with the G900 Pro and the quick responses I received back from their support folks that I bought their jump starter/air pump kit.

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