Hello! I placed the link to the OBD Power Adapter & Mirror Power adapter in the video description.​ Here is my other video showing the alternative Hardwire method kzread.info/dash/bejne/rJasu6NthsvbhJs.html And my video on How to find the OBD Port on your car kzread.info/dash/bejne/mnmh2NhxfZvId6w.html Cheers!

@SHAHMRUGESH

2 жыл бұрын

LIKE

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

@@SHAHMRUGESH Thanks Shah!

@jackson865z

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man,cool content - appropriate you taking the time 👍 Scribe

@AlexAutoFun

11 ай бұрын

@@jackson865z You're welcome Charles!

@PONCE103

6 ай бұрын

Yeah, I try already when I bought the mirror to hotwire and the battery go dead so I decided to use that cigarette lighter i’ll be using like that for almost 2 years with the cigarette lighter. No problem. This problem came by two weeks ago.

It's about time car manufacturers put a USB port into the rear view mirror to power dash cams.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

freggo.. on point man.. couldn't agree more!!! 👍👍

@freggo6604

3 жыл бұрын

@@ediabramov8015 EXCELLENT ! Hope other manufacturers copy this !!

@NightStars1122

3 жыл бұрын

How about wireless (bluetooth) like the ear bud link to your cellphone. I really hope that will happen, too much wiring and I don't like it, especially if you are leasing your vehicles.

@Executiveinvestments-

3 жыл бұрын

@@NightStars1122 wireless? You do know the camera needs power right? lol Pay attention

@PhreakDarkSoul

3 жыл бұрын

@@Executiveinvestments- Wireless charging is real, pay even more attention!

Great video. Straight to the point without a cheesy opening. And you really articulate your logic well! Super impressed!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you toki&yangyang! I appreciate that bud!

@FactStorm

Жыл бұрын

I agree, this is probably the best, straightforward dashcam related video I have seen. No frills, no bs. This guy doesn't want attention, he genuinely just want to help and teach people. Good going Alex!

@SOULSafeProductionZ

8 ай бұрын

I agree... This was a very well done video

@SOULSafeProductionZ

8 ай бұрын

​@@FactStormI couldn't have said this better... You are absolutely correct... This guy just wants to help people succeed!!!

I can't believe you're the only one who mentioned the OBD option...!! Thanks a million!

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Ave! glad to hear it helped bud!

Thank you so much. Came across this video trying to find a way to put in my dashcam without having the wire hang down for the 12V and the fuses were too small for hardwiring (plus a tad complex for me). This was so easy to do, but I'd have had no idea it was even a thing if I'd not seen this. I bought an OBD2 extender to shut the power off all together since I don't need it on while in the garage, but it looks so professional I can't even tell I'm the one that did it. Thank you thank you thank you!!!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad to hear it helped! 😀

I just wanted to let you know that this video gave me the confidence in installing OBD power cord to my new dash cam. It was exactly the way your describe the installation. I have a 2023 Buick Encore GX and it went extremely well. I had never done that before, I went into this with alot of aniexty and it came out perfect. Thank you so much, RC

@AlexAutoFun

7 ай бұрын

You're welcome Roland!

Extremely clear, concise, and to the point explanation ! Good job!

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you itaintmebabe99 I appreciate it!

I was hesitant to run a wire from the engine compartment, where the fuse box is on my wife's Jeep Patriot, into the passenger compartment. I saw your suggestion of the OBD connection, and ordered the part. Turned into a half hour job. Thank you sir, you are a lifesaver!

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it helped out! thanks for watching Jack!

Thanks for this video. It’s one of the most useful I’ve found. Wired my Dashcam using the OBD 2 connector. Installation took only about 15 minutes. Looks professionally installed and works great!

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Steve! glad to hear it helped!

@angel_ally9028

Жыл бұрын

Where did u get the adapter that plugs to the odb reader to power the dash cam?

@Mu5tyLaghmani

Жыл бұрын

Same me I'm using OBD2 but it means it will be like CCTV and if your dash cam doesn't save the impacted clip, you will lose it, as it will record over it.

Dash cams should be installed in the dead center of the windshield just behind the mirror or slightly lower than the rearview mirror. This position gives the camera the best view through the front windshield for better angles if an accident happens. If you have it in the lower left hand corner it will have huge blind spots on the right hand side just right of the outer fender area. Please everyone do your research and install your dash cam in the center of the windshield and also make sure you double check for glare. Also i would always recommend getting a dash cam that has a rear facing camera so that you can catch everything thats happening throughout the vehicle and behind you and even you and your passengers. My rear facing camera has saved me tremendously. As for hard wiring most Dash Cams have a hard wire kit available online.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Reseller Rockafeller! My Garmin so far has recorded really good video from that angle, it may be due to its wide angle lens, but using the same method the wire could be run higher up the A pillar while tucking into the trim, this should position the camera higher for better coverage. I have to agree with the dual camera recommendation, it definitely helps having a second angle to capture a full picture of what led to crash. Thanks for watching and commenting bud!

@LuckyCharms777

Жыл бұрын

How has your rear facing in car camera saved you? I don’t need me and my passengers face on camera.

@meowmymix3957

Жыл бұрын

@@LuckyCharms777 could prove you weren’t distracted or on your phone when the accident happened if the other party claims you were.

@cojo65691

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately some cars have sensors in the center right under the rear view mirror and the dash cam has to go on the sides of the windshield

@tedjohnson64

Жыл бұрын

I think he means rear facing camera as in… mounted on the rear windshield, to catch scenarios where one gets rear ended. The rear facing camera you’re describing (recording interior of one’s own car and passengers) is also a valid scenario, but is typically only used by Uber drivers. Or if one has a high end car that is in parked by valets (“Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”).

Very well explained and very clear. Learned a lot and I'm confident in using an ODBD2 power adapter for my dashcam.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Howard! Glad to hear it helped and thank you for watching my friend!

Awesome solution for me. I have leased cars and don't want the hassle of pulling panels, tapping the fuses and then pulling it all out in a couple of years. This is easy. Didn't know it existed! Thanks!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Richie! glad to hear this helped and Thank you for watching!

@DoubleMonoLR

Жыл бұрын

Tapping fuses can be very easy on at least some cars to be fair, in mine for example it would be easier than using something like the OBD connector.

First great info and video! Also thank you for the links on the connectors! Just bought new cams for my daughter's car as well as mine! And was looking at the hardwire kits on line! And really didn't want to run them hot to the fuse box! Glad I Googled a little further to find your video! Many Thanks for your help!!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, glad to hear it helped and thank you for watching Wil Mil Man!

Just what I was looking for! Very well done video too, subscribed.

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to heat that Zsigmund and also super thanks for the sub! got more dash cam content coming!

Dude, you are magnificent! I don't think this information on the camera systems could be made any clearer, thank you.

@AlexAutoFun

19 күн бұрын

You're welcome and thank you Drip, Cheers!

It's 2021 and I'm now getting a dashcam. Thanks for the info. Great video!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! congrats on your new dash cam! and thank you for watching Jack!

Thank you for the tip. I was going to hardwire my dash cam since I have an overhead power console but this ended up being a much easier, cheaper and cleaner solution overall.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! glad to hear it helped!

@MapTheMissing

Жыл бұрын

Havent had any problems? I have mine set up to my cigarette lighter but I want it to be able to record overnight.

Very helpful. Thank you so much for the information and explaining the multiple modes. Well done. 👍

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe! glad to hear it helped!

Thank you very much! Never thought of an OBD adapter before and it still provides same functionality as hardwiring Great video amigo!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Azmath! glad to hear it helped!

Very well presented. Thank you for the information.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome iweld Alexander! Glad to hear it helped!

Thank you for this video, you saved me a lot of trouble.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome Christopher, glad to hear it helped!

@Cyberbronco

2 жыл бұрын

That is a million dollar idea!

Good video. I had the OBD with an on and off switch. Worked a d seemed to minimize battery drain on a seldom driven car. Here is another option: I attached a USB power pack battery to my sun visor, and connected cam to the visor power. I have two battery packs and swap them out. My Anker battery has a draw string type case, and it stays in place on the visor with thick quality rubber bands... I just slide out the battery to swap out. The case and rubber band stay in place. I put cardboard (disposable coffee cup liner) on the visor to make sure the rubber band did not damage my visor (to reinforce). Waiting for car manufacturers to have USB ports at the top of visor and headliner. Drive safe and keep well.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Hi R S! that is actually a great idea, but yeah they really need to start putting a simple USB port up there, it would make life so much easier for a lot of people LOL Thanks for watching bud and cheers from California! 🍻

@MapTheMissing

Жыл бұрын

I wonder if a solar powered one would work as well. Gonna try a power pack first too, just for recording overnight.

Nice review and clearly explained. You have a nice mannerism.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly Ray!

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

@@jessesmith8388 Thanks Jesse! I really appreciate that!

Great video. I was searching how to hardwire my dash cam, and came across your video. Thank you so much for making my install easier.

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ilse Backman! Glad to hear it helped, Cheers!

Thanks for this. I wanted to mention that many cars have a dome light or map lights just above the rear-view mirror. The power lead(s) for those lights can be accessed with a minimum of effort by removing the light unit and connecting a new feed into the light feed, then run a new lead out to the camera, usually through the gap where the headliner seems to meet the windshield but usually doesn't. This saves all the work (and a lot of wire) in running a power feed and ground all the way up the A-Pillar and across to the camera mounting area. The next closest power access is at sun visors that have a lighted mirror. That's a nice car you have there! Beautiful dashboard and interior. I see it's a stick too! Nice.

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

Thank you discerningmind! An good input on that secondary source of power. Cheers!

@discerningmind

Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun Thank you. You're new to me and I'm just perusing your channel page now. You have a lot of videos!

Thank you for such a great presentation.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome henry! Glad it was helpful!

Really good video. Speak's nice and clear and doesn't stumble over words. Great tip. Thanks

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nunya Business! I appreciate that bud!

It obstructs your visibility when making a left turn, I can't imagine you get a clear view recording on your driver side, in my opinion it should be on the center of your windshield behind the rearview mirror and hardwire is not so bad in fact it's actually really more professional than your way but as i said that's my opinion

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Tony V! I think you got some good points, I couldn't see myself hard wiring the camera, just love the Shelby too much to cut into it anything. But to your point I have another video coming up where I compare different locations so you we can see how each looks, will make sure to try the center as well! thanks for watching bud!

@theDeitz

4 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun I have my Garmin 56 mounted to my rear view mirror to keep it out of the sun and for a better camera view . Plus it's with in arms reach if I need to hit the capture button.. BTW my other Dash Cam in the wife's car is an older Cobra Drive HD Drive, it has the park mode built in (no extra cable) it's detects motion and has the G-sensor.

@dennisneo1608

4 жыл бұрын

Nonsense

@Skormm

3 жыл бұрын

AutoFun you don’t have to cut anything for hardwiring.

@elantra45

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun Ever heard of a fuse tap? You don't have to cut into anything to hardwire. It's plug and play.

Solid video with a lot of good info: thanks for that!

Bro, your well spoken. Easy on the eyes and easy to listen to. I also like how you articulate your logic and offer various alternatives for different scenarios. Thanks bro. God Bless

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Malik and thank you!

@1malikalik

Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun You welcome brother. You earned my subscription. Looking forward to see more content from your channel.

Thanks for the video which will help me connect a dash cam on my pony using the OBD power unit.

@AlexAutoFun

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help Tony OB! thanks for watching!

@jasonevoy8348

4 жыл бұрын

AutoFun what OBD cable adapter did you buy?

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

@@jasonevoy8348 Hi Jason, I bought the RearMaster one, I place a link in the description for you, thanks for watching!

Excellent video. You explained everything well and it was very helpful. Thanks!

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Epcot Dude! and thank you bud!

I learned some good stuff about the OBD2 connector, nice video - thanks. Now I am concerned in the position you put the dashcam it could block your view. I have only installed about 6 dashcams but everytime I installed up near the top of the windshield in the middle but just on the passenger side. It was always pretty easy with my spudgie to guide the wire behind the molding all the way down the pillar. Most gloveboxes pop off by squeezing it seems, so put behind that and then up the center console to the cigarette lighter plug. Wire was invisible, not pinched and no visibility problems. But again I like the idea of the ODB2 voltage pick off. I agree with the comment that cars should have a 12 volt connector behind the rear view mirror or something.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ralph! Thank you! glad to hear it helped. But yeah the location is kind of unfortunate, here in California this is the only location where we can legally place our dashcams ugh However the dashcam could be placed higher by running the cable up the A Pillar and specially high in the middle, I definitely agree that is probably the best place to place it. Thank you for watching and commenting Ralph!

@TheRealMartyMillionz

2 жыл бұрын

I would try to install it in the middle right under the rearview mirror.

@DoubleMonoLR

Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun Probably also worth considering patches that the windscreen wipers don't clean, which would sometimes be the top middle.

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

@@DoubleMonoLR Yep, good suggestion! And here is my follow up where I test the dash cams on several places to show both advantages and disadvantages kzread.info/dash/bejne/eGuD3K9rmZqroqg.html Hope this helps, Cheers!

Ah, I wouldn't mess with OBD connector as it has direct CAN access. If anything goes wrong with the adapter you have and shorted some pins, it's going to throw CEL code or strange stuff can happen to your car.

@JohnZoetebier

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, this is exactly what happened to my ODBD2 adapter. After a year I suddenly got engine warning symbol on the dashboard randomly. Turns out the ODB2 adapter was faulty. I never use an ODB2 adapter again for powering my dash cam.

@msi4226

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree, rather than meddling with the OBD, might as well fix another cigaret lighter for USB adapter around that area. (going to patent this idea Hahaha)

@will.bonner678

3 жыл бұрын

So this depends on the adapter, assuming the one you buy is from a reputable source. To clarify here, OBD port for power is not harmful to the car in any way. The pins these adapter uses are power pins and go direct to battery, they do not go to your cars computer. Every diagnostic tool out there uses these same pins and they draw more power than a cam.

@PhreakDarkSoul

3 жыл бұрын

@@msi4226 If you want to record parking issues and the cigaret lighter is not powered if the ignition is off, you will see the problem.

@venp4353

3 жыл бұрын

Bye bye warrenty.

Great idea! thank you very much for the detailed video!

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! and thanks for watching JohnStax!

Thank you so much. This was EXTREMELY thorough, concise, clear and intellectually done!

@AlexAutoFun

6 ай бұрын

You're welcome Frank and thank you!

@frankmilano

6 ай бұрын

Sure thing. 😊

Love your video, but your speaking voice and accent is AWESOME, you should have a TV show. 5 stars!

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David! I appreciate that, that would be awesome, one can only dream!

@TheHappyKamper

3 жыл бұрын

I think it's a Filipino accent

@mikethedude

2 жыл бұрын

same here, I think his voice and accent are Awesome too.

dude, I had no idea they made these adapters for power, so awesome, thank you for posting this :-)

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Melanie! glad to hear this helped! :)

Thanks for the tip. I decided to use this method to power my dash cam. I never knew the OBD2 could power a device. A+

@AlexAutoFun

4 ай бұрын

You're welcome Ricardo!

Very informative. Thanks for sharing!

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Preston appreciate that!

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I'M TRADING IN MY CAR SOON BUT STILL WANTED THE SECURITY... THIS IS GREAT👍🏽😃👍🏽

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped LISA LISA!

"don't put the camera too low" then places it hard on the dash. Great video though. 👌🏽

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Glen! unfortunately this is the only location where we can legally place our dashcams here in California :( However you could place the dashcam higher by running the cable up the A Pillar if desired, hope this helps and thanks for watching bud!

@GlenEdwards

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun Ah ok, I just thought it's a funny contradiction. Great video though, and fantastic idea with the OBD power supply. Do you know if it works with the older vehicle's OBD outlet? I have a 2001 Subaru and the new OBD readers can't read the data from it.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

@@GlenEdwards LOL yeah now that you mention it I just realize it is! thanks man, oh yes regarding the OBD power cable the oldest car I have used it with is a 2003. For a 2001 one is possible it may not have full OBD2 compatibility since it wasn't required back then. The good thing is that if the Port looks like the typical OBD2 port shape (here is a video showing how it looks kzread.info/dash/bejne/mnmh2NhxfZvId6w.html ) then it should at least have the power pins functional, which should be enough to get the OBD adapter to work. If you do order it and are able to confirm it works please let us know!

@deedle6073

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun You can place dash cams in CA in either a 7 inch square on the bottom of either side of the windshield, or in a 5 inch square in the top middle where the rear view mirror is.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

​@@deedle6073 Hi deedle! do you have by chance the statue where you found this on? last time I checked it was either side (with the dimensional restriction of five inches for the driver side and seven inches for the passenger side) but it did not include the top middle, it be great if they have updated the VC on this, please let us know bud!

I need to install a dashcam for my new CR-V. This looks really promising, Thanks !

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Robert! glad to hear it helped!

Very clear and informative. Thank you for making video.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Knotweed 1! glad to hear it helped!

Hi @Autofun thanks for the informative video! A few questions however: Which types of dash cams can this method work with? Is there any risk of the battery dying out due to powering the dash cam? Oh, and can this power the rear camera too?

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Shah! the OBD adapter is available in two styles, micro USB and mini USB. If your dashcam has one of those connectors it will work for you. Regarding the battery drain, the adaptor has a automatic shut off, once the battery gets too low, it will turn it's self off to prevent leaving you stranded. Hope this answers your questions and thanks for watching!

@shah5524

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun thanks man! Can a dual channel front & rear cam work with it? I know the rear cam usually connects to the front cam in a dual channel setup. Are there enough ports to take both the OBD as well as the rear cam?

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

@@shah5524 Yeah that's correct most dual cameras power the rear camera using the front camera. This adaptor will power those as well, I actually been using mine to power this dual LCD mirror camera kzread.info/dash/bejne/mIV4yc1ridG4mLQ.html Take a look may interest you!

@parimal3506

Ай бұрын

@@AlexAutoFunNice video. Very informative. I am getting 2024 RAV4 Hybrid soon. If I use ODB2 connections then will it void new car warranty? Another question is as you said ODB2 adapter cut off power if voltage of battery goes low. How low for 12 volts battery? Any chance that by this kind of arrangement hybrid battery would be affected? Thank you so much in advance. Regards.

@AlexAutoFun

Ай бұрын

@@parimal3506 Thank you Parimal! Ah that's a good question (often a debated one) you would want to check your State's law. In my State supposedly the law prevents a Dealer from denying warranty if someone added something to their car or worked on their own car as long as whatever was added or the work that was done was not the cause of the failure. So let's say you put window tint on your car and your transmission fails, it would be difficult for the dealer to deny it because the tint or the tint install did not affect the transmission. But as simple as that sounds, there are horror stories of dealers not honoring warranty if they see a modification claiming it is what led to the failure. Some owners even had to take them to court or complained directly to manufacturer (since dealers are typically independently owned) to get their warranty honored. Cheers!

Great video and you really have good expertise Thank you! But at what point does the obd power adapter detect the battey is to low? Or at what voltage is the signal ticked off?

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks joe sno! the adaptor cuts off the power when battery reaches 11.6V I haven't gotten to that point yet but I imagine it would depend on the size of the battery or how old it is. Hope this helps!

@steve_and_lolas_hikes

2 жыл бұрын

Domt use the port ever.

@fatboyy4688

2 жыл бұрын

@@steve_and_lolas_hikes yeah literally this is the dumbest way i’ve seen

Premium video man!, didn't cross my mind for an OBD2 power options. Will buy through your Amazon link shared. Thanks again!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate that bud!

Well put together. Kudos for the effort ✌️

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Omar, I appreciate that!

Great video. Exactly what I was looking for, thanks. Just got a question, will this obd cable drain battery? I have seen reviews when it has drained their batteries.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Johannes Maala! glad to hear it helped. Regarding battery drain this OBD adaptor has a low voltage battery cut off so it will turn off before your battery gets too low (some OBD adaptors do not have this feature). Hope this helps and thanks for watching bud!

@MapTheMissing

Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun unless you leave it on surveillance mode and let it sit for a day and a half?.. or does my adaptor just not have auto shut off?

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

@@MapTheMissing Hi Bri Shook! If it's left on surveillance mode, it will stay on as long as it can until the low voltage cut off kicks in. Hope this helps, Cheers!

I did this.... excellent idea. Works 100% too. I've got the camera just to the left of the rearview mirror (UK here). Easy to place the cable into the headlining and then just thread it down behind the rubber over the panels.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! glad to hear it worked bertiesworld!

thanks for the tip on the connector my fuse box under dash is impossible to get to and im not tryna do yoga just to plug in the cam so ty

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Yep I know what that is like, trying to contort yourself into a pretzel to get to it is definitely not fun LOL, thanks for watching RandomTech!

Really helpful video 👍🏻👍🏻 i was trying to search everywhere why its not showing parking mode feature in my garmin ( so that i can buy hardwire kit ) finally your video answered my question clearly that i have buy hardwire kit then it will show me parking mode.. Thanks alot bro

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it helped Mr D! and thank you for watching!

Just to add that in Parking mode, your camera should be plugged in live all the time, that's why hardwire is the best option. However you have to find a fuse that's Live even if the car is off for it to work. In my Toyota I tapped on the ACC fuse which is 25 amperes I believe. Dashcams only require 3 amp fuse so a 10amp fuse or bigger are your best options.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Very good info Jeremy thanks for sharing! also here is my hard wire video in case you want to take a look bud! kzread.info/dash/bejne/rJasu6NthsvbhJs.html

@chrisb8870

2 жыл бұрын

But will it drain battery? I read reviews saying some can leave battery dead

@chrisb8870

2 жыл бұрын

@Ellen ioann I ended up going on Amazon and buying a dash cam kit that has a way to keep camera on even if car is off but if it reaches too low of voltage required to start car it turns off. So far ive had dash cam in for about 1 month with no problems starting car. I wired the dash cam kit wire to fuse panel and then other end is a mini-usb that plugs into camera which I have mounted on Rear View mirror.

@topboi9392

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisb8870 has your battery been drained completely at all since then? I am looking to get one and am also worried about the battery draining.

@DoubleMonoLR

Жыл бұрын

@@topboi9392 Compare the power consumption of the camera to how many watt-hours of energy your battery stores. eg: 1kWh(1 kiloWatt = 1000 Watts) battery / dashcam that draws 6W = 166 hours. In reality you wouldn't want to drain the battery to anywhere near empty though. 1Wh = the amount of energy used to supply 1W for 1 hour.

Great review dude. When you showing the cable connect it to the OBD whats the other device with a blue oval buttom its close to your OBD

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rottie For Life appreciate that! the other device you see is an aftermarket alarm installed by the Ford dealer.

@iamdenislara

3 жыл бұрын

AutoFun what’s special about the extra car alarm that the dealer installed?

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

@@iamdenislara Hi Denis, it adds GPS tracking, it connects to an app on your phone and shows where the car is at. I just don't like that the dealer tends to overcharge for these systems when selling the car, they are much cheaper if bought and installed after the purchase of the car. But on the plus side I do get discount from my car insurance for having it. Thanks for watching Denis!

Great video, never seen this kind of adaptor for a car cam before but what a great solution.

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Phil! glad to hear it helped!

Thanks for not putting annoying music in your video. And your voice is soothing. 🙂

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bluu Bird! I appreciate that! 😊

You're organized and a good presenter

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Evan! I appreciate that!

@gattonpc

3 жыл бұрын

He is a bad organizer and bad advicer if you ask me. I will not do anything he said in this video at all. And there are plenty reasons not to do what he said on this video.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

@@gattonpc Sorry to dissapoint Gatto Npc, I try my best everyday and hopefully I can keep learning things to continue to improve myself and the channel...

@knurri

3 жыл бұрын

*you're as in " you are" Get a refund for your education

@Evan-lx9lw

3 жыл бұрын

@@knurri typing on a phone

Thank you for walking us through this. I am interested in adding a dash cam, especially for the parking mode. But I am put off by having to either wire this to my car battery or buying an expensive, one purpose Cellink Neo or the like. Do you have any reason to doubt whether a Jackery or Yeti, or any other external battery popular with off-grid/campervan enthusiasts, could also do the job of running a dash cam, especially in parking mode?

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome mavirek! regarding running the dashcam of an external battery, it's definitely possible and some people do run them on portable bank like this one amzn.to/3kQroBR the only issue seems to be heat inside of a car degrades the lithium batteries and you will have to replace the battery pack over time once it stops taking a charge. But if you think of it as a consumable item, then it's definitely possible. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

@GoaWay...

2 жыл бұрын

That's what I wanted to know also. Did you try what he suggested with the other. Battery he linked...or one like it?🤔

@mavirek

2 жыл бұрын

@@GoaWay... I just couldn't get comfortable putting a battery into my car because of stories about exploding batteries. So I instead got the OBD connection for my dash cam, which I highly recommend.

@GoaWay...

2 жыл бұрын

@@mavirek it's been no problems with it so far...no dead drained car batteries, or no problems even for the obd port itself...it still works properly if you need to plug something else into the port? The dashcam stays working 24/7 with no issues?

Very helpful. Thanks! You're a good communicator.

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Stephen and thank you!

Well done and insightful, thanks!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! glad to hear it helped Kenn!

I've been driving with dash cam for 6 years...Awesome...Hardwired fuse box.....no problems.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I will definitely give that method a shot Anthony!

@meili4074

3 жыл бұрын

I asked someone at the dealership if ok to put dashboard camera, I was discouraged from doing this because of impeding the safety camera features of the new car.

You are the first person I see on youtube able to speak fluently without saying 2 "um"s at each group of 3 other words. Congratulations! You should tell people how to speak normally, fluently, so we can hear words, not "um"s.

@AlexAutoFun

5 ай бұрын

Thank you O M!

@judim5379

2 ай бұрын

I wanna learn Spanish and German, my native language is American English, I’d be happy to help people practice especially if they’d be willing to help me start learning Spanish and/or German!!!!!!!!

@marcelcovaci9922

2 күн бұрын

You know what? I always thought I’m the only one that notices the lack of vocabulary in people. Especially the athletes, actors, artists during interviews “ you know” “yeah” “ uhh” etc. Maybe because I’m an immigrant and learning the language of the adoptive country is really important .

For those of you novices (like me) he is saying “OBD2 power adapter”. Thanks @autofun! This was helpful. Now let’s see if I can get it to work!

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Eugene, Glad to hear it helped, Cheers!

Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was also really worried about messing with wires, not only because I'm a novice but also because I'm worried about risking the warranty on my car. I really appreciate this video! =)

@AlexAutoFun

3 ай бұрын

You're welcome Chrysantha!

Great job explaining everything. I really appreciated the in depth instructions

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Eduardo!

First video of yours I've seen. Everything, start to finish, was absolutely well-crafted. And, I now know I need an OBD cable after all! Thanks!

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you EighteenCharacters, I really appreciate your comment!

@Rtv1ComCHICAGONEWS

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun price

Thanks man.. great video! I didn’t know these options were available.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome John! glad to hear it helped..

Fantastic recommendation. Will try it out!

I have had cameras on my house since 1984. In my car for over three years.

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Nice! I'm just getting on that bandwagon they sure come in handy..

good job man. i have been running the OBD power unit on 2 of my cars dash cams and now in my R. It works great. I usually leave it in mode 0 since i dont need the cam on most of the time while the engine is off (like in my garage). but it is handy to have mode 1 when needed and out and about. i went with the vantrue n2 pro with dual cams and it's mounted to the center rear view mirror mount. also, you can tuck those wires in all the way w/o any showing, just use a plastic lift tool..very easy. anyway keep the content coming, good stuff and liked.

@AlexAutoFun

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud! Tha'ts good info too about the plastic lift tool, I look into that, gorgeous color combo on your R by the way!

@TheDylanPlayer14

5 жыл бұрын

Did you buy the parking mode cable, or just the obd cable? Is the vantrue a micro USB connection like the obd comes with? Was the cable long enough to from the rear view mirror to the obd port

@adinageorgeta844

4 жыл бұрын

I need help..just bought the obd cable and I don’t know how to set it on the mode to record all the time (after the engine is off it does record 5 minutes but I need it all the time.. thank you

Very helpful. Excellent presentation.

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you tinferl appreciate the comment, glad to hear it helped bud!

Wow, thank you sir!! I didn't know about this way of connecting my dash cam. I've been currently using the Cig Lighter adapter and wanted to hard wire it instead but I'm sure glad I came across your video!

@AlexAutoFun

7 ай бұрын

You're welcome Tom!

Can’t get a full view of the road in that location !!

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Hi JerseyJoe, that is correct, the placement of the camera lower on the dash will show more hood than higher on the windshield which while it works for me may not suit everybody. A higher location will show more road and would only require routing the cable a little higher up the A pillar. Thanks for watching bud!

awesome video, to the ones who say bad placement or its lazy etc, not everyone wants to do it this way, not everyone has the time etc, I've done it this way and the other way hes shown in another video, no issues. also, where you place the dashcam is really up to you, some people just get triggered for anything 😂 keep up the videos, i enjoy watching em and hearing your accent ✌🏻

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mermaid Princess, much appreciate it!

I have a waylens 360 WiFi dash cam. Do u need a route for the car to record while in park

Really great advice on the features, Thanks.

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Marcus, Cheers!

I always place the dash cam behind the rearview mirror, and most of the mirrors carry a 12volts, I simply tap to it.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Hefdhi, I been hearing about that approach, I will be curious to try it and make a video for it, thanks for the tip!

@hafoudha

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun just remember that your dash cam is 5 volts, so you have to use that converter inside the power plug that comes with your dash cam, DO NOT tap your cam straight to a 12 volts. disassemble that power plug and wire it to your mirror 12 volts. simple and clean .

You didnt show how you connected the cam to the OBD You have to remember that may of your viewers like myself are not car enthusiasts

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Lana P! thanks for the suggestion, ! the OBD plug connects fairly straight forward, similar to plugging a USB connector into a charger, it only goes in one way but I will definitely keep in mind for next ones to show more detail, thanks for watching Lana!

@giovannipresteguin4363

4 жыл бұрын

I agree overall super helpful video and you seem very knowledgeable, thanks for the vid I agree though maybe a little more detail in connecting the OBD.

@2000xlt

3 жыл бұрын

There's nothing to show, it's a plug... you plug it in

@rorow3r

3 жыл бұрын

you dont need to be a car enthusiast to plug in an OBD. Its like one of those children's toys where you put the shape where it belongs, just need common sense.

Very well presented. Thank you!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Ron! and thank you for watching!

Hey, great video! I'm looking for a simple set up and was wondering if you had any thoughts. My van already has reverse assist camera, and I'm not particularly interested in a forward camera. So all I need is a camera that shows what is behind me (the back of my van doesn't have windows) so I can know when to safely change lanes. I don't care if it's a rear view mirror clip on screen or other type of screen (like the one in your video). Thanks!

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Al W.! ah yes I have several good alternatives in my channel under the playlist "Back Up Cameras" Hope this helps and Cheers!

I tried pointing at my windshield while looking out my driver’s door like in the thumbnail but my camera didn’t power on. I don’t know what I am doing wrong

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

OMG Haha! Obi-Kev Kenobi! (awesome screen name btw!)

I’ve been told that in some states you could get a ticket for that camera location. “Blocking your view”. 🙄

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

You may be right Rider Mak! I heard similar and sometimes that even stuff hanging off your rear view mirror can trigger getting pulled over, definitely good idea to check your local state laws. Thanks for watching!

Great video , clear and straight forward. Good information !

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Anthony! I appreciate that bud!

You made a great argument for hard wiring instead of using the OBD2 port.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Hi J! I do have a video coming up on the hard wiring, please stay tuned and thanks for watching bud!

Thanks for the video. And Nice stang!

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim!

Well done video with great info.👍

@AlexAutoFun

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Susan! appreciate it!

Hey, thanks guy I bought one installed it works great just as described. Nextbase 622GW +rear view plug in cam on a 2018 Chevy Malibu.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! glad to hear it helped!

Hello Dude, thanks very much for your very well illustrated Dash Cam walk through explanatory. Thanks for your recommendations and advice, appreciate 100% 👌 Nick, Bristol, South West England 🇬🇧

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Nick! and thank you I appreciate that, Cheers from California!

If you were hoping for the worst dash cam install ever you nailed it.

@AlexAutoFun

6 ай бұрын

LOL! If you are looking for a permanent install (and hiding the cables underneath the panels, here is my other video showing the alternative Hardwire method kzread.info/dash/bejne/rJasu6NthsvbhJs.html However I strongly recommend profession installation due to the dangers involved with air bags as explained in my follow up video showing the rest of the install kzread.info/dash/bejne/p46km5eHkrHSnbA.html Cheers!

My friend, this is a great dash cam video. Well done and thank you. I only say this because the last 9 vids that I watched were terrible. (Nice car! I have the GT)

@AlexAutoFun

2 күн бұрын

Thank you Jeff! 🍻

Great, helpful video. Thanks.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! glad to hear it helped Allan and thank you for watching!

Thank you so much i love this video so easy to understand.

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Lia! glad to hear it was helpful! :)

Very well explained, thank you.

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome b west! glad to hear it was helpful and thank you for watching!

You saved me a lot of time and work. And maybe curse words too. Thank you!!!

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

LOL! You're welcome Pierre, glad to hear it helped!

Recently I watched your video on using a OBD power adapter to charge/power a dash camera. I have a Garmin dash camera and Garmin Constant Power Cable (Compatible with Garmin Dash Cam, Fits Vehicle’s OBD-II Port for Power Even When Parked and Turned Off). In your video you mentioned that this OBD charger should only have pins in positions 4, 5, and 16 which the Garmin charger only has pins in those positions. This should limit any issues with the computer being affected, if I understand correctly. Since it has only has those three pins, what other issue should I be aware before using this charger daily? I tried looking up the electrical schematics for a 10th gen Honda Accord but was unsuccessful. I want to make sure that between pin 16 and the battery there is a fuse. Is there another name I can search for my vehicle’s “schematics”? Is this something that is better found at a dealership? I really appreciate your videos and thank you.

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

Hi Lizandro! Ah yes the service manual is available from your dealer however it may be cheaper to get it from Amazon or Ebay. Also if you are in some forum group for the Civic, they may already have a copy of the service manual that they can probably share with you (assuming is a file that is allowed to be shared). Hope this helps, Cheers!

The OBD adapter is an excellent idea!

@AlexAutoFun

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Yeah mine is still working great after a few years now! Thank you for watching George!

Never knew about the OBD adaptor, thanks for the tip!

@AlexAutoFun

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome bpm990d, Cheers!

I just got the garmin 57, this video is awesome - think i'll pick up one of those OBD power cables

@AlexAutoFun

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you apex403! yeah I had great luck with my Garmin as well, still going strong after all this years too!

Thank you. I have a great mirror cam and my Ford Fusion. But I couldn't wire it because it's so hard to get to the fuse box. This is a perfect solution.

@AlexAutoFun

7 ай бұрын

You're welcome Art!

Wow, thank you so much for your video. You were very full of information, and explained it so well.

@AlexAutoFun

4 ай бұрын

You're welcome Alaska and thank you!