V0LT - Optic

A screenshot of the main Optic interface with a light theme

A screenshot of the main Optic interface with a dark theme

If you find the free version of Optic to be useful, consider purchasing Optic Pro to support its development and unlock enhanced features!

Optic is a graphical interface for controlling Predator's dashcam functionality. Optic is designed to run on a low-powered computer, alongside Predator, and provides a simple interface for controlling dashcam recording over a network. Users can connect to Optic from a phone, tablet, or other network-enabled device with a web browser. Full installations can even include a dedicated control interface.

While the initial installation and setup process requires some technical knowledge, Optic is designed to be extremely easy to use after the configuration process is completed. As such, users who want to take advantage of Predator's dashcam functionality can have their installer setup Predator and Optic on their behalf.

Simple

After the initial setup is complete, Optic is intended to be simple and easy to use, just like a commercially available dashcam would be. As such, any driver comfortable using a traditional dashcam should have no problem using Optic.

Reliable

Optic is designed to be reliable, in the sense that it can detect and notify the user when problems are encountered. Optic can display errors and warnings directly from Predator, and has its own diagnostic capabilities built in.

Compatible

Optic works through nearly any web browser, and doesn't even require JavaScript for its core functionality. Whether you're using a modern fully-featured browser, or a minimalist lightweight one, Optic should work great.

Lightweight

Optic is designed to be extremely lightweight, both in terms of network resources and processing power. While low latency is very beneficial, Optic doesn't need high bandwidth to function well.

Adaptive

The Optic interface is designed to make the most of the available screen space, regardless of whether it is used from a large desktop monitor or a small smartphone display.

Customizable

Optic allows the user to customize both the Optic interface itself, as well as certain Predator configuration values to match their needs, all from the web interface.

Reversable

While Optic provides a graphical interface for Predator's dashcam functionality, it does not lock out or otherwise inhibit the ability to use Predator from the command line, as you normally would. In fact, it's even possible to start Predator from the command line for debugging purposes, then control it from the Optic web interface!

Downloads

Since this program is written in PHP, the "Web" and "Source" downloads will be identical. Either of these downloads can be hosted on any compatible webserver, regardless of the operating system.