My dash cam and battery pack doesn't know when to switch to parking mode!Updated 8 months ago
To ensure your dash cam properly switches to parking mode when the vehicle is turned off, you need a spliced battery output cable with a 3-wire connection to connect your dash cam to your battery pack. This cable is crucial for signalling the dash cam when the vehicle's ignition is turned off, thereby enabling the parking mode.
If you have one of our main brands (BlackVue, Thinkware, or VIOFO), consider a pre-spliced cable found here.
For a detailed guide on the splicing process, check out our splicing guide here.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on what to check to ensure your connection is proper:
1, Identify the 3-Wire Connection:
- Power Wire (Red): Supplies constant power to the dash cam.
- Ground Wire (Black): Connects to the vehicle’s chassis for grounding.
- Ignition Wire (Yellow): Detects when the vehicle is turned on or off.
2. Testing the Connection:
- After installation, start your vehicle to ensure the dash cam and battery pack powers on normally.
- Turn off the vehicle and observe if the dash cam switches to parking mode. This transition should be automatic, indicating a proper setup.
- Check the Battery Pack's Bluetooth app, and ensure the power flow is proper, depending on if your vehicle is powered on or not.
3. Adjust Settings:
- Depending on your dash cam model, you might need to adjust the settings to ensure it recognizes the ignition signal correctly. Refer to the dash cam’s manual for specific configuration steps.
By using a spliced battery output cable with a 3-wire connection, you ensure that your dash cam correctly identifies when the vehicle is turned off and switches to parking mode automatically. This setup helps preserve your vehicle's battery and ensures continuous surveillance even when the vehicle is parked.
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