Understanding the File Format for Your Dash Cam Recordings
When you view files recorded on your Piqo via a PC, the file names contain key details like the date, time, camera direction, and quality of the recording.
This makes it easy to quickly find the footage you need.
Example File Format
YYMMDD_hhmmss_XXX_CQ.MP4
Breakdown:
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YY – Year (last two digits)
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MM – Month (01–12)
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DD – Day (01–31)
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hh – Hour (24-hour format)
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mm – Minute (00–59)
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ss – Second (00–59)
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XXX – File number (incremental)
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C – Camera (F = Front, R = Rear)
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Q – Quality (H = High, L = Low)
Example Explained
240915_143027_001_FH.MP4 means:
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24 → Recorded in 2024
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09 → September
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15 → 15th day of the month
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14:30:27 → Recording started at 2:30:27 PM
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001 → First file recorded at that time
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F → Front camera
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H → High quality recording
Hidden Metadata
In addition to the file name, each video contains extra data, including:
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GPS Data – Exact recording location
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G-Sensor Data – Impact or sudden movement details
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File Protection Status – Whether it’s protected from being overwritten
You can view this metadata in the Nextbase App, letting you track routes, check for impacts, and confirm file protection status.