Exact fuse to tap for a parking mode dash cam
#1
Exact fuse to tap for a parking mode dash cam
Hi guys before I get flamed, I already did a few searches on hard wiring dash cams and some of the info still sound like Greek to me (or I haven't come across the right one yet). I also want to disclose that I managed to install a PS navigation bypass myself so I am comfortable doing electrical work with clear instructions. So being in doubt right now, I just wanted to double check so I don't fry anything.
For reference, this is what I have for the project:
DASHCAM https://www.amazon.com/Vantrue-R2-Ca...ywords=vantrue
FUSE HOLDER https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
HARDWIRE KIT https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The purpose: to install this dashcam in a 2016 GS that also records during parking mode.
Mainly, I am just looking for a quick answer on
1) which recommended fuse to tap (picture or exact description of location would be awesome)
2) what additional fuse I need to buy to plug in the fuse holder
Thanks in advance!
For reference, this is what I have for the project:
DASHCAM https://www.amazon.com/Vantrue-R2-Ca...ywords=vantrue
FUSE HOLDER https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
HARDWIRE KIT https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The purpose: to install this dashcam in a 2016 GS that also records during parking mode.
Mainly, I am just looking for a quick answer on
1) which recommended fuse to tap (picture or exact description of location would be awesome)
2) what additional fuse I need to buy to plug in the fuse holder
Thanks in advance!
#3
Oh yeah there's an option to switch that on and off when I park. What I meant was that I want to make sure it can be powered if I choose to have parking mode on.
#4
I've been on Parking mode for the last year. Meaning 24/7 recording, most high end dash cams have a low voltage auto cutoff so your battery will never die. If u haven't done it yet, I can take a picture on what fuse to tap.
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MOB561 (07-13-20)
#5
I haven't done it yet. If you can that will be great thanks Rozay!
#7
Ok. Just looked at the kit. Guessing u tap to a fuse thats always hot. ill take a look to see which one i tapped. Oh and i used a 2amp fuse, which are a bi tch to find. Im sure it says whats the max amps it can take on the manual somewhere.
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#8
Thanks can you snap a pic? Appreciate it!
#9
Hi guys before I get flamed, I already did a few searches on hard wiring dash cams and some of the info still sound like Greek to me (or I haven't come across the right one yet). I also want to disclose that I managed to install a PS navigation bypass myself so I am comfortable doing electrical work with clear instructions. So being in doubt right now, I just wanted to double check so I don't fry anything.
For reference, this is what I have for the project:
DASHCAM https://www.amazon.com/Vantrue-R2-Ca...ywords=vantrue
FUSE HOLDER https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
HARDWIRE KIT https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The purpose: to install this dashcam in a 2016 GS that also records during parking mode.
Mainly, I am just looking for a quick answer on
1) which recommended fuse to tap (picture or exact description of location would be awesome)
2) what additional fuse I need to buy to plug in the fuse holder
Thanks in advance!
For reference, this is what I have for the project:
DASHCAM https://www.amazon.com/Vantrue-R2-Ca...ywords=vantrue
FUSE HOLDER https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
HARDWIRE KIT https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The purpose: to install this dashcam in a 2016 GS that also records during parking mode.
Mainly, I am just looking for a quick answer on
1) which recommended fuse to tap (picture or exact description of location would be awesome)
2) what additional fuse I need to buy to plug in the fuse holder
Thanks in advance!
You shouldn't need to purchase a fuse for the fuse holder, as you will be using the fuse from you fuse box. If I understand this correctly, you'll remove a fuse from the box and insert the new holder in that empty space. The removed fuse will then be installed into the holder.
I have a 2015 GS and found an "always hot" source in the front passenger foot well area. There is a panel under the glove box door that is easily removed. The open connector is attached to that panel. I am not certain what it would be for, but the wires are a larger gauge and it's worked very well for me for a couple of weeks. I'm going to install the hard-wire kit to add a layer of protection (fuse and battery drain circuitry).
#10
I just installed the hard wire kit and it worked for me perfectly. I used a constant 12V source that I located under the glove box. I removed both the panel cover on the passenger side of the dash and the one under the glove box.
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LatinLS430 (05-02-17)
#15
did you ever find out which fuse on the passenger side is "always hot"? i want to hotwire a thinkware 770 and want to use the parking mode. i found the fuse index from the manual but im not sure which one to use. i've seen slot 6 used in other posts as ACC.