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Abstract

A system for acquiring and recording audio, visual and other information, relating to the condition or environment of a motor vehicle, and for storing the information at the vehicle for playback and analysis. The system is activated by the 'on' status of the engine, or by the 'alert' status of an alarm system if present. A camera may be used to acquire visual data, and a microphone may be used to acquire audio data. Other types of data--e.g., speed; date and time; or confirmation of braking--can likewise be acquired by conventional sensing devices. Acquired visual, audio and other data may be recorded in a solid-state device, such as a flash card or F-RAM. Data is continuously and sequentially over-written until the system is deactivated. Playback may be accomplished through a computer or television set.

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