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Can I set the Garmin DriveAssist 51 to automatically disable audio recording in specific regions


Yes, you can set the Garmin DriveAssist 51 to automatically disable audio recording in specific regions. Here's how:

1. Enable the "Record Audio" setting in the Dash Cam Settings menu to turn on audio recording by default[1][3].

2. Go to the "Custom Avoidances" menu under Settings[4].

3. Select "Avoid Area" to define a geographical region where you want audio recording to be disabled[4].

4. Draw a box around the area on the map where you want to avoid audio recording[4].

5. Give the avoidance area a name and set it to "Always" to avoid audio recording in that region at all times[4].

6. The dash cam will now automatically disable audio recording whenever it enters the defined geographical area, while keeping audio enabled in other regions[4].

This allows you to comply with local laws and privacy considerations by automatically disabling audio recording in specific locations where it may be restricted or raise concerns, while still benefiting from audio recording in other areas where it is permitted.

Citations:
[1] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/driveassist51/EN-GB/GUID-74ABDCF9-230A-4EC3-8F18-28027F293293.html
[2] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/driveassist51/EN-US/DriveAssist_51_OM_WebHelp_EN-US.pdf
[3] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/driveassist51/EN-US/GUID-74ABDCF9-230A-4EC3-8F18-28027F293293.html
[4] https://www.manua.ls/garmin/driveassist-51/manual
[5] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/driveassist51/EN-US/GUID-8317B015-5B4F-4B0F-B7F5-681E8D9CBE23.html