Smack the box one more time, I dare you. Lol 😂

very helpful - thanks for being so thorough

yes I usually go to youtube for reviews as well

Great video. Just scooped the cam and didn’t know about the adaptor. A fellow peach pass user I see.

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The adaptor is a game changer. No wires going into the power adapter or cables hanging down from the windshield. It’s worth the $40 especially if you don’t want to hard wire into the car.

Thanks for the video

Great video

@davidishere255

2 жыл бұрын

Garmin Constant Power Cable

Great video all around. My only tip is on your next video, don’t tap your boxes and tabletop. That’s kind of loud when watching. But thanks for this video. It helped us make our decision about this purchase.

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

I’m actively working on ways to improve the channel. Thank you for the advice! Glad that this video was helpful.

@PDF17

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl I had the same thought and thank you for a great video!

Ty didn’t know about the adapter

Making the install look so easy. I might have to attempt this, mainly because of the adapter (connecting to the ODB - if that is what it is called).

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

The adapter makes it incredibly easy and the best part is it doesn’t void my warranty by cutting into the harness. The OBDII adapter is also great because it monitors the voltage and won’t let it get so low the car won’t start. Great piece of mind and worth the $ in my option.

@jackbauer628

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl A link for where to buy the adapter would be handy. If you are going to do a review get rewarded for it. Camera too. I mean I can get it at best buy but the adapter it does not look like they have.

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

@@jackbauer628 I had to buy it directly from Garmin so no affiliate link for that. I purchased the camera and the adapter from garmin.com they usually offer free shipping

@thomasduffett651

Жыл бұрын

Do you have the part number for this adapter?

Great video - very thorough. As it happens, I have an older 4Runner (2010) so I was initially concerned about installing the unit so that the power cable was hidden. You did a very good job of that so I think I will buy the Garmin 47. Thanks! P.S. I'm kind of jealous - looks like you got the Mac Daddy version (TRD Pro??) of the new 4Runner - sweeeeet!!

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Ironically enough not much changed on the 4Runner from 2010! It’s a TRD off road (used to be called the trail edition). Glad my video was helpful!

How many watts is garmin 47? Ty

Great install and clean. I have a 2019 4runner. Im sorry but at 14:24 you say you have the adapter plugged into the something port. Didnt quite catch what you called it.

@atpgarageatl

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! The adapter is plugged into the OBDII port or diagnostic port under the dash.

Would've been nice to see some of the actual installation around the pillar. I'd like to know how you got the cable from one side of the pillar to the other and down the door seal without blowing the airbag out.

@WilC379

2 жыл бұрын

The airbag isn't going to blow up unless you short the wires going to the airbag. You aren't going to accidentally short the wires going to the airbag.

@paulcostinett886

2 жыл бұрын

@@WilC379 I ended up routing along the wire harness above the airbag then dropped down behind the tweeter and into the dash.

When you ran the cable down the pillar, did you do it on the side closer or further away from the windshield?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

I ran mine along the weather stripping but I just made sure it avoided the airbag since my vehicle has a side curtain airbag. Each vehicle will require different placement depending on how it’s made.

Just bought this camera for my 4Runner! Where exactly did you route the cable to prevent obstructing the airbag?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Down the side of the pillar.

I have this same exact setup i am installing into my 2021 4runner TRD Pro. When you tucked the wire into the headliner, did you run the cable across the top of the airbag cover under the plastic? Im curious how you actually went across that over to the door weather strip.

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

If you pull down the weather strip around the door it gives you plenty of space to tuck the wire down the pillar out of the way of the airbag.

@todneal

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl for sure, but how did you route the wire from the headliner to the weather strip when going across the airbag cover.

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

@@todneal I pulled the corner of the headliner down to go around the pillar so it does down the channel by the door. It’s completely out of the way of the airbag.

When installing this dash cam, did you only connect the camera to the power on cable or did you have to also include the extra length cable too? I have a Subaru Forester which has a large field of view.

@atpgarageatl

8 ай бұрын

I had to use the longer cable that’s included to route it without issue. Garmin provides two cables of varying length so one should work for your application. You may have to zip tie the excess in the dash.

how do you change the saved record time when you press the save video button??

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

That’s a good question. For this model it sets the time based on GPS and initial location setup. It then time stamps the video automatically. I haven’t found a way to do it manually.

Does parking mode detect movement, not just an incident like the vehicle is hit? Have you tested that?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Good question. This camera when switched to parking mode only detects incidents. I’ve also tested it quite a few times and it is very hit and miss on how accurate it is even with the sensitivity on high. If someone dings your door it’s not likely going to switch on but if it gets hit hard enough to shake the vehicle (do real damage) it turns on every time. I tested this by shaking the vehicle and tapping the glass. My camera is mounted in a 4Runner so a smaller vehicle may have different results.

Does the timer restarts on the Constant Power Cable? I’ve read somewhere on the Garmin Support Page, “The Constant Power Cable has a time switch to set the length of time the cable continues to supply power after you exit the vehicle. This timer restarts whenever outside motion is detected. Examples include: someone bumps the vehicle, opening/closing the vehicle door, vehicle is being driven, strong winds.” Can this be an alternative from installing the Garmin Parking Mode Cable? Also does the Constant Power Cable drains your car’s battery when set to 24hrs or infinite?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the timer does reset when the camera detects an impact event or motion. The adapter doesn’t drain the battery because it monitors the incoming voltage and will shut off if it detects the voltage has dropped below the threshold. Garmin has it programmed this way to prevent it from ever draining to the point the car would not start.

@fae_275

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl Thank you for the reply and answering my questions. But not the answers I’m looking for. Apologies as I may have asked the wrong questions. What I’m looking for is an alternative Parking Mode feature. In Garmin’s website this can only be enable by installing the Garmin Parking Mode Cable. But I’m uncomfortable with the installation and wiring being complicated and a hassle. Then I’ve found out about the Garmin Constant Power Cable but I’m confused about it’s use and features. My questions are, Can installing the Constant Power Cable be an alternative to installing the Parking Mode Cable, in order to activate, “Parking Mode”? If not, why? What are the difference? Does the timer restarts on the Constant Power Cable when outside motion is detected? What I mean is, for example, when the car is parked and the ignition turned off. Dash Cam Parking Mode activated and the Constant Power Cable is set to 10min. After 10 min, the Constant Power Cable shuts down, not supplying power to the Dash Cam. Then after some time a motion is detected. Does the Dash Cam automatically turns on and records the incident? And does the Constant Power Cable also turns on due to the Dash Cam recording the incident and restart the 10min countdown timer? Sorry for the long questions and I hope you can answer them.. Great video btw, keep it up 👍

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

@@fae_275 I have parking mode enabled on my camera using the power adapter mentioned in my video. I have had no issues using it with this cable. You are correct if you have the power cable set to 10 minutes it will turn off 10 minutes after the car has shut off. The camera will then shut down until another motion/impact event is detected. If an impact is detected the camera will turn back on and the cable will begin supplying power for 10 additional mins. If no additional motion is detected it will shut itself back off after the 10 mins is up. The other two options are 24 hours so it will stay on for 24 hours after the vehicle is turned off or it has infinite so it stays on until it detects the voltage from the battery is below the threshold programmed by Garmin. That threshold is essentially when it detects the battery get close to the point of not starting the car. The duration of this depends on your car and how large the battery is. Hope this helps.

@fae_275

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl So the Parking Mode feature can function even without installing the Parking Mode Cable. Weird how in Garmin Support Page state that, “Parking Mode Cable accessory must be connected to the dash cam before it can record videos while parked” and “that the Constant power Cable cannot be used for Parking Mode.” Thank you for your reply to my questions. This clarifies it. Good luck with your channel and stay safe.

When you use the constant power, will the screen of the dash cam always on? It will shorten the lifespan?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Screen times out based on the setup you choose in the settings. Mine shuts off after a few seconds

Since the OBD port based power is always on, how is the battery drain? I am always worried about connecting any car accessory that gets connected to the battery power 24x7 directly thereby draining it. Last thing I want is a dead battery. Why not connect it to 12v so that you use it only when you drive?

@atpgarageatl

11 ай бұрын

The adapter cuts power once it hits a certain level

Since it is plugged into your car, does it turn off when you lock your car?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

It depends on what you have the adapter set to. The are three options: 10 Mins, 24 hrs or indefinite. The camera also has options for a park feature which further determine how long the camera stays on after you shut the car off. The adapter has a sensor that monitors the voltage of the battery so even if you leave it on 24/7 it should turn off if it detects the car battery dropping below a certain %.

Someone please explain to me about the obd connection, what if there is a short in the camera can it blow your car's computer??

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Good question, I would have to defer to Garmin for that. Support.garmin.com

Does the continued power to the camera kill your battery?

@atpgarageatl

3 ай бұрын

It’s not supposed to but I have experienced an issue (once) where I did not drive for a few weeks and the battery was dead. Long term I no longer recommend this adapter.

Does the constant power cable still running good ??

@atpgarageatl

Жыл бұрын

Still running fine. I plan to do a long term review video soon.

I recently got a Garmin as well and considering the OBD2 adapter. Do you need to manually turn on the camera on when you start the car? Or does it turn on when you turn the car on or does it always stay on?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

The Garmin adapter will turn the camera on automatically when you start the car. Depending on the settings it can stay on 24/7, 10minutes or for 24 hours after you turn the car off.

@airman1515

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl Thanks for that information! I ended up buying the Garmin adapter and looking forward to setting everything up.

Can you describe how you run it down the pillar? I want to have an idea how to do it before I attemp it; thanks in advance!

@atpgarageatl

Жыл бұрын

The method will vary by vehicle and if there is an airbag or not. You’ll definitely want to do this at your own risk but I pulled down the weather stripping and was able to slide the wire along the open area inside the pillar and then reinstalled the weather stripping.

@steelers3359

Жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl my vehicle is a 2023 4Runner; did you remove the pillar? If not how did you get the wire to the other side where the weather stripping is? Thanks again for the great videos and ideas!

@atpgarageatl

Жыл бұрын

@@steelers3359 I did not have to remove the pillar. The wire is tucked up in the headliner and ran over to the pillar. 1. Mount the camera on the windshield (this way you know how much cable you need) 2. Run the cable up to the headliner from the camera 3. Where the headliner meets the windshield is a slight gap where you can put the cable in and run it over to the pillar. 4. Pull back the weatherstripping by the pillar and then run down the channel to the floorboard and then tuck it behind the dash.

I’m just confused like how does it upload the videos to the cloud does it need to be connected to a wireless provider or something??

@atpgarageatl

Жыл бұрын

Wi-Fi via the Garmin app

Does this beep at startup/shut down? If it does, can it be disabled?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

It has a chime but you can shut it off.

@bucabrandon

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl Thanks!

Did you figure out that the magnet in the plastic bag was for a second vehicle and not for the initial install. You didn't mention this.

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

You’re right I forgot to mention that. I actually kept it as a spare as I already had another dash camera in the other car.

@PDF17

2 жыл бұрын

Was going to add a question about this as I’ll be installing in my daily and thought that it was a secondary mount. Thanks!

Just a note Garmin dash cam's lifespan is around 3-4years

@ConfederateHokie

Жыл бұрын

I've had mine since around 2009 and it's still working fine. Dash Cam 20.

My camera only records when I tell it to save video any way I can do it always or not possible

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

I would check your settings to see how you have it setup to record. I have mine on continuous with automatic rewrite meaning it will record for however long the camera is on and when the memory card is full it will save new videos over the oldest ones.

@aztekcayt7945

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl okay thank you you have a47 as well ??

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

@@aztekcayt7945 yes I have the Garmin 47 dash camera.

@aztekcayt7945

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl thanks a lot for replying this whole time I’ve been upset that it doesn’t record ALWAYS and that I have to speak to it for it to record appreciate the info !!!

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

@@aztekcayt7945 no problem! Hope that solves the issue.

Does not come with suction cup which really sucks

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, but the mount they provide is subtle and has held up in the hot summer heat so far.

@matthewewers9558

2 жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl I slip seat so I have to get a suction cup

How strong is that magnet?

@atpgarageatl

Жыл бұрын

Strong enough that it’s never moved or fallen off even when off-roading. I’m planning to make a follow up video giving my long term impressions soon.

@jharris2154

Жыл бұрын

@@atpgarageatl thanks

WHY THERE ISN'T A CAMERA FOR THE REAR OF VEHICLE?

@thewishmastur

2 жыл бұрын

Would be nice if they can make it for rear windshield. I see Thinkware F200 PRO has it.

@microminiskirt

2 жыл бұрын

@@thewishmastur INSTALL CAMERA IN REAR OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE BLACK LIMO TINT.

@thewishmastur

2 жыл бұрын

@@microminiskirt … I just ordered the Garmin 57 dash cam. What camera to use for rear? It’s too bad Garmin doesn’t make a combo version like Thinkware does.

@microminiskirt

2 жыл бұрын

@@thewishmastur CHECK WITH GARMIN IF THEY HAVE THAT REAR CAM. OPTION. I FIND THAT WILL HELP IN MY LAWSUIT.

So If someone walks up to your Toyota in the middle of the night will you get a notification on your phone ?

@atpgarageatl

2 жыл бұрын

Great question. Unfortunately no the range on the camera is very low so your phone needs to be very close to receive any type of notification. Even then it will only notify of a parking event/impact and not motion.

It would be nice if you stop smacking the table or the box, so irritating

danger use obd conected not recomendet

You think the small dash cam wire will interfere with an air bag? Ha ha wow

@PDF17

2 жыл бұрын

Probably not the deployment of the airbag but, it might affect its efficacy and I wouldn’t want the cable whipping me in the face with the force of the airbag.

The tape and velcro never work for long. Too much shit to give you constant headaches

@atpgarageatl

Жыл бұрын

In my case it’s held up fine. Over a year and still holding strong.