Power ANY Dashcam with this! (FitDVR Power Adapter Tap)

[@AlexAutoFun]

And If you are looking to power 2 devices at the same time, yes, it can power both at the same time. The screen shows both the 5V and 12V output and their corresponding amp consumption for each when 2 devices are connected at the same time. I have also added the link to the Universal version of the adapter to the video description, Cheers!

[@scottfranson4215]

Awesome Deal

[@RobertBrown-vi4xl]

For some reason find the manufacturer or model number Bob

[@kneeslider54]

Great I have a 2025 Honda Accord Touring hybrid Will this work with that car? if so any instructions specific to that cars installation?

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@kneeslider54 Hi! Yes, I placed the link to the adapter for Honda in the video description, Cheers!

[@Anyuci82]

Thank you for the informative video. One more question though. Can I use it at the rear camera setup as well. I mean, I buy 2 of them one for the front and one for the rear. I have an Audi A4 2019 if it is important. That would be very goodand would spare the whole cabeling to the rear. Thank you in advance!

[@mehsterSkeletor]

I was looking for something like this because I did not want to route the wiring all through my car. You're a life saver!

[@drummeranimal]

Great tool! I never understood why manufacturers don’t add usb connectors near the rear view mirror. Fortunately some manufacturers are beginning to include this!

[@mzmm4186]

Some newer cars do have it. w

[@nachiketdave15]

Exactly. I see Citroën is doing it as standard. Others will follow soon.

[@r6201sk]

some Skodas have that but it is rare for some reason ..

[@peace2725]

Does that fit on any miror for night how can we tell if the miror always have power?? Because I want a use the camera for parking

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi P! Nope, each adapter is specific to a vehicle brand, I placed links in the video description to the adapters available. Cheers!

[@riogorgos]

Why don’t car manufactures just fit dash cams as standard or offer them as an option? In comparison to the overall cost of the vehicle, it wouldn’t be much of an addition to the total price. I don’t get it!

[@DJAYPAZ]

Good question!

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Rio! Yeah this is very natural offering, and we are seeing but very slowly (Telsa has them, C8 and few other in high trims). Hopefully we will see the industry make this a more common option when ordering a vehicle. Cheers!

[@dannyhk2504]

Or just a USB port connected or close to the mirror, so it would make people's life easier. It would be more useful than having many USB ports down below that are rarely used.

[@hermancm]

Or just have a USB power plug on the back of the rear view mirror?

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@hermancm Hi Herman! Yeah hopefully we will see the industry make a USB port more common option when ordering a vehicle. Cheers!

[@DanYHKim2]

Your videos are really well done. Clear sound and steady camera. Good detail video with steady camera and good lighting. Your narrative is engaging and understandable, with a good pacing and no extraneous junk. I feel more confident that I can do this after watching a few of your videos.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you Dan!

[@tap1171996]

Thanks man. I just saw this video a couple days ago and decided to buy the FitDVR (make sure you buy the correct pin connect -mine is the toyota corolla 21 so 12 pins). I followed this video’s steps and no long wires in the car anymore. Super neat. Thank you sir 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome!

[@binskibinski3068]

How do you know how many pins you need ? ‘21 rav4 xle

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@binskibinski3068 Hi B! Your installer will look at the connector and count the number of connections it has to determine the pin count. For example the connector shown in the video has 12 pins (12 connections). Cheers!

[@DG8RS]

Not sure why this popped up in my feed, but I'm slated to install a mirror cam in my wife's truck on Saturday and was dreading the power wiring. Found the unit that works for her truck and I'll have it my tomorrow. Thanks for the video!

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome!

[@realestreaIist]

Most vehicles already have camera all over them. Never understood why they wouldn't allow them to act as dash cameras through the infotainment system.

[@TheUncertainCat]

Google listens to you bro 😂. Some of your conversations matched up with the keywords of this video.😂

[@madhusharma-th8fp]

Exactly my story...thanks Google KZbin algo

[@treeblackcrows]

Yes. You can turn that off on your phone if it bothers you. Actually it's about 3 or 4 months since I looked at one so Google is reminding me, knowing l am interested in dashcams.

[@scottbrown3898]

Thanks Alex since posting my comment. I found that both of my Hyundai vehicles are 10 pins. Also thank you for the links! You're the best

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@scottbrown3898 You're welcome!

[@eunistroll]

Thank God i've scrolled on this. Saves us a lot of time setting up dashcam for Toyota CHR.

[@addanametocontinue]

Interesting. Didn't realize they even made these. My current dashcam is hardwired and it was a pain to get done. Had to pull off all the pillar covers and play around with the fuse box.

[@quedog10pop]

My man, you came through in a major way! I've done hardwire dash cam installs and they are tedious! Hoping this works for my ROVE R3. Ordered!

[@TheWoundeddove09]

please update me if yours worked coz i also bought a Rove R2

[@quedog10pop]

@TheWoundeddove09 yes! There is a usb c cable in the box.

[@josephfoley3230]

Thank you for this. I just recently bought a Mirror Dashcam for my Chevy Malibu and This is something that may intrigue me. Yes my current one comes with the lighter thingy but having to hide wiring is such a pain. I think I will purchase this on my next paycheck.

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome J!

[@jayoneill1533]

I have these in both of my Toyotas with adaptive cruise control. They work great and are truly plug and play.

[@JohnSmith-m5v9f]

What Toyota do you have?

[@edgararcega3046]

Wow. Is this new tech? Where has this thing been all my life?!

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Edgar, neat for sure. Cheers!

[@robertfane1312]

After seeing this video I bought one for my 2020 Honda CR-V. Easy to install. Nice to get rid of the excess wires and free up a power port.

[@nnahler]

Was just about to ask if this would work for a 2019 Honda CRV. Definitely going to look into it!

[@BitSmythe]

4:30 WolfBox is excellent. I’ve bought 6 for all the cars. Great support too!

[@foxtrotdeltausn4757]

Not my experience. Had 2 of their cams go bad. Both bought at the same time, both professionally installed, both died within 3 months of eachother about 1 year after they were bought. Contacted support and at first they offered 100% refund or replacement. Then when I asked for the promised 100% refund I was told they mis typed and it would be a 70% refund. I sent the emails to Amazon and Amazon just went ahead and refunded the entire purchase. I hope they took it from WolfBox's account, I really do.

[@Cantconvinceanidiotlikeyou]

Bot posting for wolfbox

[@BitSmythe]

@ Which one is the bot? I hate those - *especially the synthesized voices!*

[@Passions]

@@BitSmythe Bot!!

[@BitSmythe]

@@Passions Huh? Explain “bot”. Repeating the word doesn’t help. ??!

[@MOOVYGROOVY]

Thank you for sharing your thorough installation techniques! You saved me a lot of grief.

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome!

[@MB-vk8cv]

@@AlexAutoFun Hi Alex, which version would I use for a 2021 RDX Aspec?

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@MB-vk8cv Hi M! Here is my solution for that kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c and when FitDVR adds one for Acura I will update the links in the video description. Cheers!

[@MB-vk8cv]

@AlexAutoFun they have one actually 2 depending what mirror you have.

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@MB-vk8cv Ah yes good eye, sorry about that, I placed the link to the Acura one in the video description. Cheers!

[@Ht0wnA1]

Just ordered my Wolfbox G900 Pro Rearview Dashcam and this product will make is so much easier to install. Gonna order ASAP. Thank you so much for providing the latest and greatest upgrades!!

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome A!

[@polvorin15764]

I wish the rear cams were wifi, that long cable has to be installed through the whole car still... 😢

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@polvorin15764 Hi P! Here is good alternative if you need a wireless rear camera kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4XPomWIrJ6mpbM Cheers!

[@Cantconvinceanidiotlikeyou]

Bot posting for wolfbox

[@misterfeedback202]

I have the Vofio 229 Pro with front facing camera, interior camera and rear facing camera on a 2024 Outback. I love the idea, but I’m not sure how it would save me on wiring for three cameras. I asked we as I have another 2019 Subaru that I’d like to put a dash cam in.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Mister! I placed the link to the adapter for Subaru in the video description. Cheers!

[@rsig5850]

Great alternative for some folks either way great presentation on this learning video. I appreciate it.✌🏻

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@rsig5850 Thank you!

[@MrDsalomon]

Hi Alex. Thanks for another high-quality video. This device is useful, but I own old cars, so I'm looking for a different type of wireless power supply for dash cams. A better power supply for old cars would be a small box with a rechargeable battery. Placed near a dash cam, in front or back of the car, it could supply power for hours of driving, lasting perhaps a few days. When fully drained, the user takes it off its mount and charges it inside the car. I trust you'll tell us if you find this kind of device. Thanks again. -David S.

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome! Ah while some people do run their dash cam off a battery pack. I personally don't due to the extreme temperatures the interior of a vehicle can experience (which I prefer not to subject the battery to) and due to the potential for a run away event (fire) during charging or discharging inside the car. Here is an example of a internal dash cam battery and what the sun did to it kzbin.info/www/bejne/foibm6SYocSUr7c and a video of battery related fire I personally experienced kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpe6mH1uo9pgiKM (destroyed the house) Cheers!

[@johnbaldock6353]

Great Video. I'm surprised the manufacturer didn't use the Interior light? On Most cars this is a Permanent 12v. 🇬🇧👍

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you John! Ah yes my car has interior lights on a separate circuit but on another one of my cars the lights are directly on the mirror (with as you mention, constant 12V). Cheers!

[@neiloevocati]

As Spock would say, Logical Captain!..it would only be a Splice

[@TheSuburban15]

Would be great if you can access the wires without dropping the headliner by removing pillar covers that also house airbags, held on with lots of plastic clips that tend to break when you try to dislodge them.

[@johnbaldock6353]

@@TheSuburban15 If you remove the cover of the interior light there are a couple of screws, undo them and the entire thing comes out giving easy access to the wiring loom.

[@JiaxinLiao-9531]

If you're investing time in dashcams, you'll realize that the most crucial step is finding the right factory, not just focusing on the brand. I represent Jado Tech, a technology company with over 300 employees and 14 years of experience. We export to Japan, Europe, Korea, and Southeast Asia. Throughout these years, we've gained significant recognition both in domestic and international markets for our quality and innovation.

[@banditrider613]

Wow , this was a great discovery, thank you so much for presenting it in such a clear way . For reference , The FORD S-MAX 2010 2.0 is a 3 pin plug. The cost of the part when taking in to account a normal hard wire fitting kit , and paying some one to do all that installation , makes this self fit option way better value . Cheers, subscribed now for future presentations,

[@AlexAutoFun]

Welcome to the channel and thank you!

[@JiaxinLiao-9531]

If you're investing time in dashcams, you'll realize that the most crucial step is finding the right factory, not just focusing on the brand. I represent Jado Tech, a technology company with over 300 employees and 14 years of experience. We export to Japan, Europe, Korea, and Southeast Asia. Throughout these years, we've gained significant recognition both in domestic and international markets for our quality and innovation.

[@zcustomcarnesi]

Fresh new tec ! I've been searching for something for my car without wires. Ty for the heads up on new gear!

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome Z!

[@natalievision]

Thanks for bringing this product to our attention. I hope in the near future, there will be no need to pull apart any part of the car. I hope there will be a plug in and use product.

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome! Ah remember not all vehicles require pulling a cover to access power. Most are usually readily accessible, here is another example of a vehicle without any covers that need to be pulled kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5mqpmuBj7GUkJY Cheers!

[@falc0ns8055]

Another reason I love Skoda their little things like inclusion of dashcam power port with irvm. Makes life easier or should I say clever!

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Falcon! Yeah I hope more car manufacturers will follow and a power port for accessories will be a more common find on new cars. Cheers!

[@kenkennedy5516]

Where the supply located?

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@kenkennedy5516 Hi Ken! As shown on the video, the supply is from the mirror area of car (some cars have power to this area). Cheers!

[@AHoundOnAHonda]

No, you shouldn't say cleaver. You should say clever.

[@sree2409]

Is it available for all models

[@toastmalone5867]

Thank you for making this video. This was very helpful to me when buying and installing my dashcam!

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@toastmalone5867 You're welcome!

[@anthonylipitt2993]

Thnx seems easy better than previous installs. ❤ U videos...

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome and thank you Anthony!

[@jeffsj...1198]

Good pace, very clear and good review short and sweet. Thank you for the link list and not going of subject... Now a fan.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you and welcome to the channel Jeff!

[@mrjeff2396]

I’ve been using the Dongar RearView Power Adapter on my 2019 F150 since I bought new. No A pillar wiring! These ideas are great

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Jeff! Ah yes the Dongar works pretty good too, here is my full review for it kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5mqpmuBj7GUkJY Cheers!

[@corpuzone]

Wow this is really convenient. The manufacturer really made life easier for those w/ dash cam or other electronics needed at front. Then the only long wire would be for the rear camera. I wonder, is there a way to hack the backup camera to be used as the rear cam? I have a ‘18 Honda accord for perspective 🤔

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi C! Typically an OEM cameras are not compatible with aftermarket dash cams. Cheers!

[@corpuzone]

@@AlexAutoFun ok makes sense as they are wired for a different purpose

[@jig1056]

That is pretty cool, I would consider buying it. The only thing it's a little pricey for what it does, but definitely appreciate knowing about it.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Mark! Ah here is another hardwire alternative kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Cheers!

[@franzvanjulio5523]

Great video. You have a nice way of explaining things that makes it seem very easy. Keep it up.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you!

[@broderp]

There is no mention of the cars circuit capacity. What size fuse it is on and what amp draw it has. By adding this, you may exceed the circuit capacity and blow the fuse. You gotta tell the whole story and not just the sell points of the product.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Brod! The car's circuit capacity will vary from vehicle to vehicle as manufacturers have use different designs. Here is my alternative method kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c and my hardwire video kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4vTamiEl7Ofo68 But remember normal hardwire kits, this adapter or the cigarette lighter adapter will impose an extra load on your vehicles electrical system, however as shown on the video, the load is very small (dash cams usually pull less than 15W, aprox 3A for mirrors dash cams and about 2A for stick dash cams) and you can also just run the cigarette lighter plug those sockets are usually rated at 120W Cheers!

[@Mr.C0ffee]

Great video! How is this different from a cigarette adapter dash cam? Just aesthetic?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you! I simplifies installation since it avoids running the cable all the way from the dash cam down to the cigarette lighter socket while also adding a 12V output for devices like radar detectors that use that, Cheers!

[@Mr.C0ffee]

@ gracias hermano! 🙏🏼

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@Mr.C0ffee Denada! 😎

[@taip9040]

Loving my FitcamX camera!

[@FitDVRAdapters]

Thank you so much!

[@fastbobby504]

Wow, nice product. I checked your link and I don't know whether it will work on my car. I have a 2023 Ford Territory. This is a joint venture between the US and China so there are a lot of differences in these cars from typical Fords in the US.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you Fast! Ah yes your installer can confirm if your mirror has the right connector for the the FitDVR adapter, Cheers!

[@robbrandon4625]

Why don’t manufacturers fit a usb and usb c socket in this area already

[@NoorAlam-wp4un]

Skoda Octavia SEL model has USB-C PORT built-in near the mirror...

[@odieatienza]

Nice vid.😊, will it work for Tesla model Y? If yes, which fit do I need? Thank you!

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you! FitDVR does not have an adapter for Tesla yet, but when they add one for Tesla I will update the links in the description, Cheers!

[@addisonchan5994]

I never knew I’d enjoy the moustache more than the actual review. Well done sir.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you Addison, Cheers!

[@dave_bmr5489]

I stumbled across your video, which seems very useful. You seem very knowledgeable and trustworthy, so I was just wondering if you have any videos or advice for somebody like myself who is looking for parking cams (front and back) that don't require a hard installation - people keep hitting my vehicle while it's stationary (four people since November 2023!), so it's becoming extremely annoying to leave my car parked, as you can imagine.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you Dave! Ah park monitoring without hardwire is a very option now. However here are two dash cams that have this ability kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4rLeZqgfpaihac and this one if you only need 1 channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/maWXcoiOg6yph80 Cheers!

[@robertjhoe2880]

@@AlexAutoFun Hi Alex, I'm considering the FitDVR but not sure if the 10 pin connection will support Parking mode with constant power.

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@robertjhoe2880 Hi Robert! Ah as explained in the video, park monitoring will depend on your vehicle. Most have switched power to this area, but some do have constant power, potentially enabling you to monitor your car while parked. And here is another solution for park monitoring without hardwire kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Cheers!

[@synthwave7]

Why don't car manufacturers don't include a 12V plug near the rear view mirror - they know people will fit dashcams. Even better. Why don't they bring out cars with dashcams I wonder.

[@jackwong64]

They dont even know how to position the usb port and wireless charger properly.

[@SamaSama-o2i]

Extra cost, extra parts. Stock wont go up if they add features that make sense. On the contrary!

[@Whowhatwherewhendude]

They have to keep features to introduce in 2030.

[@MelodieEdmund]

For the dashcams that gave front and rear camera, have you found any other way to power that rear cam? I dont think there is anyway around running wires for that rear setup, but i also didnt think there was a solution for front camera and then your awesome video popped up.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi M! On dash cams the rear camera is powered by the front dash cam so no need for another power supply, Cheers!

[@douglasbaker5949]

Just put a usb port there from the factory

[@jpmartinez7853]

What do you mean?

[@douglasbaker5949]

@ manufacturers need to put power outlets up there. It’s crazy we’ve had radar detectors forever and dash cameras for a decade. There’s power up there anyway on nearly all vehicles

[@rdmisseljr]

Very Cool Video- seems like a great solution to easily install a dash cam when you have limited space and available USB ports. QUESTION - Do you know if there is a compatible device for a 2018 BMW X5?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi! Yes, I have placed the link to the adapter for BMW in the video description, Cheers!

[@rdmisseljr]

@AlexAutoFun thanks for the quick response

[@AlexAutoFun]

@rdmisseljr You're welcome!

[@djxdo]

Just happened to come on to my feed 4 months later. Looks promising for non-techie people who want to install a dashcam for parking mode! I have always wanted to hardwire my dashcam, but it’s one of those things that I dread doing because I don’t want to mess around with the fuse box and running the cables.

[@AU79cm-3]

That is an amazing product!!!

[@leostefanidis776]

Great video what happens when you have a rear web cam that connects to the front ? can it power both?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thanks! Ah yes, the rear camera is powered by the front dash cam so no need for another power supply. Cheers!

[@GGSAIF]

good work bro you are the best

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you Bud!

[@bcas400g1]

Great video! I do have questions... the FitDVR website says only compatible with Auto Dimming mirror. The video doesn't look line an auto dimming mirror. Which is correct? we have a 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV and a 2024 Nissan Frontier that we want to put dash cams in and use the FitDVR.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you! This adapter pulls power from the mirror area of the vehicle but the actual function from where power is pulled from depends on the vehicle. The vehicle shown on the video for example uses power from the ADAS system which drives lane detection (my mirror itself is not powered). You're installer can confirm if your vehicle has power going to the mirror area of your vehicle. I also placed the link to the adapter for Chevy and Nissan in the video description. Cheers!

[@ink281]

Nice...so clean

[@hoa8954]

Great info, thank you, my friend! Love your 'stache, btw! It lends even more credibility!

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@hoa8954 You're welcome!

[@BillR1951]

Excellent video. Thanks!!

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome and thank you Bill!

[@HenningLungershausen]

Great Video! Thanks! Is that possibility to get power even possible for the Tombo 360x ?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thanks H! Ah no, remember the Tombo 360X does not use a standard USB or DC connector. It instead uses a custom connector for power. Here is the full review for it kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIaopHyPeqeJmc0 and if you want a similar dash cam with a normal automotive power adapter here is one kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIG3oqKdZsSfb6c Cheers!

[@tomkeyser8384]

It would be nice to find a power brick that can output power while charging and use that for parking mode

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Tom! Ah yes some people run their dash cam off a battery pack. However since here my State we experience really hot temperatures which I would not want to subject the battery to, that and the potential for a run away event (fire) during charging or discharging inside the car. Here is an example of a internal dash cam battery and what the sun did to it kzbin.info/www/bejne/foibm6SYocSUr7c and a video of battery related fire I personally experienced kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpe6mH1uo9pgiKM (destroyed the house) Cheers!

[@rudycharlot]

Hello there! Thank you for sharing this great video with us. I do have a slight concern regarding its operating temperature during the summer season.

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome R! Ah so far I have not experienced any issues (the highest I used it was around 110 F°) I think it does help that mine is mounted behind the ADAS enclosure so that reduces direct sun light exposure. I would recommend contacting FitDVR if you need an official maximum operating temperature rating. Cheers

[@n2golf989]

Great video and content! I have a 2019 Acura RDX and unfortunately it shows out of stock. Any suggestions, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you! Ah yes I would recommend to keep checking, I seen them arrive and be in stock again and then sell out quickly (not sure why they only bring a few a time lol) And here are two more alternatives to hardwiring kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5mqpmuBj7GUkJY and kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Cheers!

[@elchurro1984]

My dash cam has the parking option which would require power even when the car is off. Would this device work for that feature since it’s getting the power from the mirror source? Great videos by the way.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thanks man! Ah remember while this could potentially be used for parking monitoring (if your vehicle has power to this area all the time) it will not enable true parking mode on dash cams, that requires the hardwire kit. Cheers!

[@markmizner87]

I like the concept of not having to run wire to the fuse box. Will have to check on my 2008 car to see if this will fit?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Mark! Ah yes I placed the links to the adapter in the video description (they are available for different vehicle makes) Cheers!

[@TheWoundeddove09]

nice video boss, care to understand about the back camera powering. how do i handle that?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thanks! On dash cams the rear camera is powered by the front dash cam so no need for another power supply and here is my install video kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4q1kqmXfqegibs if you want to see the rear camera install, Cheers!

[@someblokeontheinternet]

I'm hoping that car manufacturers will provide a usb socket up there in the future - must be better and safer than people unknowingly running cables across the SRS on the A-pillar

[@sreckosostar4299]

Your videos are very good and instructive, thank you. Please do you know if this device can be connected to the interior lights in the cabin which have constant voltage as far as I can see. Does the adapter have the ability to protect the battery from draining if the dash cam is used for Parking mode? Greetings from Zagreb, Croatia.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you S! Ah as show in the video FitDVR is meant to be a plug and play solution. Attempting to tap or connect the device in a different way could potentially cause functional issues or warranty coverage issues. Regarding battery drain, the vehicle cuts power to the mirror area when the car is off, therefore the adapter turns off when the car is turned off and turns on when the car is turned on. Cheers!

[@sreckosostar4299]

@@AlexAutoFun Thanks for the clarification. I had a hunch that it was as you said. :)

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@sreckosostar4299 You're welcome!

[@PMunk]

Diggin' the 'stache and the helpful product review. Deserving of a subscription and a like. Thank you!

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome and thank you!

[@AltimaNEO]

My car has one of those mirrors with buttons on it to control a garage opener and stuff. It works even when the car is off. So Im assuming it might have enough power to run a dashcam when the car is off.

[@snzygames]

Have you confirmed this ? This is the exact question I have ; if the rear view mirror can power the device while the car is off

[@AltimaNEO]

@@snzygames haven't tried it yet. I don't have a box on the glass like he does, either. My mirror just has a cable running along the glass up to the headliner.

[@macsterguy]

OK, this video which is awesome by the way got me started… I like this device. Now I’m trying to decide on a dash cam. My current dash cam has homely garage door buttons in the bottom of it so I guess I will move to a normal dash cam. Any suggestions? 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi M! Ah so far none of the dash cams I have tested have garage door buttons. If you are looking for a mirror dash cam here are my reviews kzbin.info/aero/PLMLNRyDJO83k_Lnu1aRpTr4yR2sjjWsnO and you need a traditional dash cam here you go kzbin.info/aero/PLMLNRyDJO83kyBOt58vKp166cKD_QuQ-6 Cheers!

[@jin1nsx]

Nice! Alex so you can power both dashcam and Radar at the same time?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi J! Ah yes, you can power both at the same time. The screen will actually show both the 5V and 12V output and their corresponding amp consumption for each when 2 devices are connected at the same time, Cheers!

[@jin1nsx]

Perfect thank you

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@jin1nsx You're welcome!

[@sunnylm2045]

Great idea, but for rear cam we still have run the cable along the ceiling left or right of the car? Is there solution for this?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Sunny! Ah there are some wireless solutions for a rear camera, here you go kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5Sao5R6pa2raa8 or kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqWcgmBmfdF-g7s if you need 2 channels. And if you need it to record shrsl.com/4kxgp Cheers!

[@EpicATrain]

Have you ever come across a product, an in-line battery, that I can plug between the 12v socket/or-USB and the camera? I want to have a parking mode for my camera where it's always on but doesn't drain the main car battery. I'd like to be able to have the dash camera plugged into some kind of battery and that battery plugged into my car. I tried using a jump starter pack (lithium) and it does power the dash cam. However, once the car is started and power goes to the jump starter pack, it goes into charging mode and cuts power to the dash camera.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi! Yes, some people do run their dash cam off a battery pack (some do support pass thru charging). I personally don't due to the extreme temperatures the interior of a vehicle can experience (which I prefer not to subject the battery to) and due to the potential for a run away event (fire) during charging or discharging inside the car. Here is an example of a internal dash cam battery and what the sun did to it kzbin.info/www/bejne/foibm6SYocSUr7c and a video of battery related fire I personally experienced kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpe6mH1uo9pgiKM (destroyed the house) Cheers!

[@EpicATrain]

@@AlexAutoFun I went ahead and skimmed through those video. I feel very lucky then. lol My jump starter pack has always been connected to the 12v system of my car to keep it always topped off in case I needed it. I'm beginning to think that was a very bad idea. lol I should look into different types of lithium chemistries and find out which is the safest for my idea.

[@B_HarTz]

Bruh. I just got 3 dash cams and was doing research on them and stumbled on this video! I’m doing this for sure for my Dodge charger and will need one for my parents Chevy Silverado so I’ll use your “mustang video” to connect to fuse box! You the man😎😎 thanks for links , I want your radar now too

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome B! Ah yes the radar is definitely a good addition, here is the full review for it kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHeZanetmcSWrtU Cheers!

[@B_HarTz]

@@AlexAutoFunexcelente thanks 👍👍😎

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@B_HarTz You're welcome friend!

[@SRT_Estrella]

What year is your Charger and which dash cam did you pair it w/? I want to use this for my Durango and Challenger w/ the Viofo VS1 mini

[@markinnorthal]

Thanks for the video. For the newest Wolfbox G900 Pro would I need some connector that runs from the DC output on the FitDVR power device to a USB-C connection to the cam? I am currently using the Donglar and finding the rear cam is not coming on immediately. I have to unplug and replug the rear camera from the mirror dashcam and then it comes on. Just wondering…if you think it might require the 12V or maybe just the way the FitDVR adjusts it will work. I did order a 3.5mm DC to USB-C since other than hardwiring, the G900 Pro only comes with a 12V cigarette lighter power option.

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome! Ah unfortunately I have not reviewed the G900 Pro but assuming that it works like the 900, it uses standard USB-C and the FitDVR comes with a shorty USB-C cable as shown in the video, Cheers!

[@TheIglooUser]

Great video! I have a 2025 Toyota Camry LE - I’m not sure if this product would work for it? Appreciate any advice!

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you T! Ah I placed links to the adapters for Toyota in the video description, however I don't remember seeing on for the 2025 Camry, I think they only have it for the 8 generation Camry, however I will double check and update the links in the description if I do see one, seems FitDVR is releasing additional adapters almost every month lol Cheers!

[@wedemboyz807]

This is perfect as of right now I’m running the cigarette power and cords hid in the lining

[@16charlieb]

After installing one of these in my 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross the engine immobilizer system light began to flash only going off when I start the engine. I didn't even know I had an immobilizer system. Is this good, bad or of no consequence? The device powers my dash cam perfectly.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi! That is very strange, the immobilizer on vehicles usually refers to the Keys and the security system. This modules are in a totally different area of the vehicle and likely don't share circuits with the Mirror area of the vehicle (it cost more to run wires to places that are not needed, so the mirror area usually only gets power for the systems that are up there). I would have your installer check the install, maybe something else was unplugged or tampered with during the install (again this would be strange unless the installer was working in the area of the IMMO which is usually hidden behind the dash board of the vehicle). And you can also contact FITDVR for tech support, not sure if they can help but maybe worth a shot, Cheers!

[@16charlieb]

@@AlexAutoFun I went to the Toyota dealer and was told that that light has been flashing ever since I bought the car and it's supposed to. He also said most people don't notice it and is a very common discovery for many drivers long after they buy their cars. I didn't realize I was that non-observent.

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@16charlieb Ah that makes sense lol Thank you for sharing this information, I'm sure it will help others, Cheers!

[@BenoitHamerlynck]

You think it will work in my Kia Sportage from 2007? The mirror must be powered as it has autodim function and also a build in compass.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Ben! Ah, yes, there is a kit for Kia, I placed the link to the Kia adapter in the video description. Regarding power, remember this is a pass thru device, so the mirror area continues to receive power after installation of the adapter, Cheers!

[@zcustomcarnesi]

​@@AlexAutoFungreat video. I have a 2012 optima so I would guess this works for me as well.

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@zcustomcarnesi Thanks Z!

[@mattjohnson7835]

The 5th adapter they have is for Radar Detectors requiring RJ-11 connector. I have a question into FitDVR as I need a 5-pin Ford connector inside my mirror housing. I didn't see that one in your list.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Matt! Ah yes I placed the link to the RJ11 adapter in the video description. Regarding a 5 Pin Ford adapter, they currently only have the 16 pin and 7 Pin. If they add a 5 Pin for Ford in the future I will added it to the list in the video description and update this comment for you. In the mean time here another alternative to hardwire kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Cheers!

[@MRMRS2wheeler]

Thanks for the great video. I installed a mirror dash cam and ran power to the fusebox, but it occasionally powers off with a strong bump in the road. So this would be perfect. Do you know if they happen to make one for a 2025 Honda CRV EX trim? I couldn't find one, but their listings are all over the place. I am not sure how many pins it would have as I have not removed the mirror yet. Thanks in advance. Mike

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome! Ah yes I placed links to the adapters for Honda but I strongly recommend for your installer to confirm the number of pins on your vehicle first (this also allows the installer to confirm that there is in fact a power connector going to the mirror area of the vehicle as some trims may appear to have power but in fact don't) And here are two more alternatives to hardwiring kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5mqpmuBj7GUkJY and kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Cheers!

[@MRMRS2wheeler]

@@AlexAutoFun Thank you for the quick reply. There is no installer, I am doing it myself. I was hoping to confirm a plug indeed exists before I tear apart the mirror and risk breaking something. I guess I will have to do it. Thanks again

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@MRMRS2wheeler Ah got it, yeah definitely can happen (it has even happen to me and I'm always disassembling things lol) Cheers!

[@YoSoyMrCoach]

Hi, thanks for information. I was wondering if this would work with semi trucks? Brands like Kenworth, Volvo, Freightliner,etc. Thanks ahead

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Y! Ah FitDVR currently does not have an adapter for Kenworth or Freightliner. It is possible this other solution may help kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Regarding Volvo, I placed the link to the adapter for Volvo in the video description. Cheers!

[@MariaJCadavid]

Hi Alex and thanks. I followed your video and all worked like a charm. But 2 days ago I lost power on the FitDVR display. Any advice? Maybe a fuse ? My camera is a "Vantrue Nexus N4 Pro". Thanks for any help.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi! I would have your installer check the connections and yes possibly fuses. And you can also contact for FitDVR tech support, Cheers!

[@MariaJCadavid]

@@AlexAutoFun The connections are ok. All worked for about 5 weeks and then went off. I did the installation myself by following your video. I will check connections again to see if it got a loose pin, also will ask a friend to check on fuses or contact FitDVR support as you suggested. Thanks once again and keep on this great videos helping us. Cheers!

[@stickinthemud23]

All very nice, but I noticed you didn’t tell us how our were to cut a hole from the interior of the mirror unit to the exterior.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi! I didn't make any holes, there are several gaps where the cable can come out from if your vehicle has an ADAS enclosure like mine (but most usually do not have covers and power is taken directly from the behind the mirror) Cheers!

[@brantleystill4302]

Great video, I'm glad I found you!

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you!

[@mark7gti125]

How bout the rear camera? I have g900 i never install yet bcoz im still watching proper installations and found ur videos helpful and i found this fitdv my car is vw gti 17 what do u think should i just do buy the fit dv or use the obd port to power the dashcam?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi Mark! Ah yes here is my G900 install video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGW5cqikr5ese5Y and the hardwire video (that can enable park monitoring) kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4vTamiEl7Ofo68 Cheers!

[@davidhsia]

Will this drain the car battery over time? Or does it cut off power to the attached dashcam when the car is turned off? I have a Rove R2-4K. Thanks for the great video!

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome and thank you David! Ah yes as explained in the video, the vehicle cuts power to the mirror area when the car is off, therefore the adapter turns off when the car is turned off and turns on when the car is turned on. Cheers!

[@0xVeniVidiVici]

Great video! Do you think you could power a radar detector and a dash cam at the same time?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thanks man! Ah yes, you can power both at the same time. The screen will actually show both the 5V and 12V output and their corresponding amp consumption for each when 2 devices are connected at the same time, Cheers!

[@0xVeniVidiVici]

@@AlexAutoFun that is super cool! The other thing I wonder about is if there is a kit that supports a GMC Canyon truck. I think the Dodge one will work because it is 10 pin as well.

[@AlexAutoFun]

@0xVeniVidiVici Ah yes, I placed the link to the adapter for GMC in the video description. Cheers!

[@0xVeniVidiVici]

@@AlexAutoFun thank you very much. Love your channel content!

[@AlexAutoFun]

@0xVeniVidiVici You're welcome and thank you!

[@TDubYTube]

Thanks, AutoFun! Great video! I took the link you have for Mazda's model and Amazon only sells the kind that attach to the sunroof adapter. The video on the website was not that clear which Mazda model it was performing on. Will you be posting videos on Mazda CX-5?

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome T! Ah there are two versions of the adapter for Mazda CX-5 (I put links to both in the video description). The listing breakdown the details on where each adapter pulls power from and the Mazda models and trims supported. Cheers!

[@The-Friendly-Grizzly]

I like your videos; very informative. (love the 'stache!)

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you!

[@hogheadrun9139]

Is there a Fitdvr that will work with Chevrolet? Thank you. Great video.

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome H and thank you! Ah yes I placed the link to the adapter for Chevy in the video description. Cheers!

[@hogheadrun9139]

@@AlexAutoFun Thank you.

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@hogheadrun9139 You're welcome!

[@lambo25]

I always like your videos.... that's why I got the PORMIDO D50 triple MIRROR DASH CAM.. Will this item work with this dash cam?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you Lambo! Ah not sure and here is the reason why I think it may and may not. If you take a look at my original review for the D50 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mofGl3mMgaiLmLs you can see the power adapter outputs 3.5A and the FitDVR I showed on the video is marked with 3.0A so not enough power (the D50 is the most power hungry dash cam I ever tested). However here is where it gets interesting, if you take a look at the hardwire kit (the link is also in that videos description) it shows 3.0A (same as the FitDVR) so it leads me to believe to think it may work and also that it may not because of the conflicting information (3.0A Vs 3.5). Cheers!

[@robertrich07]

That'd be cool for the rear cam also

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi! On dash cams the rear camera is powered by the front dash cam so no need for another power supply and here is my install video kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4q1kqmXfqegibs if you want to see the rear camera install. And here are two more alternatives to hardwiring kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5mqpmuBj7GUkJY and kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Cheers!

[@fazeljulius7880]

Great product....Q. can you advise the connector for current Mazda 3 models...thanks

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thanks F! I placed the links to the Adapter for Mazda in the video description. Cheers!

[@NLaBruiser]

Most modern dash cams want a 12v feed, not a 5v. I assume you can't plug the USB A end of the cable connected to the camera, which they want you to plug into their cig adapter / 12v line, could be plugged into the USB A port here on the FitDVR because it would only be providing 5V? Or does the FitDVR have a feature that senses if the Camera plugged into the USB port wants to draw 12V, and will it let it? Otherwise you need some way of safely going from 3.5 MM DC off the FitDVR to USB C or whatever the camera needs.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi N! Notice the FitDVR has a separate DC jack for 12V (for dash cams and radars like the one shown on the video that operate at 12VDC). However dash cams are transitioning to 5VDC, out of the almost 100 dash cams I have reviewed now, only about 2-3 run on 12V (the 5V transition happened as a result of USB power becoming more abundant). But yes you can power a 12V device if desired with the adapter. Cheers!

[@NLaBruiser]

@@AlexAutoFun Thanks for this! I wasn't aware most every cam was stepping down the 12 volts to 5, so I think this will work perfectly for me! Cheers!

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@NLaBruiser You're welcome! Yeah, I also believe at some point legacy brands like Blackvue and Thinkware will switch over to 5VDC from 12V but it's possible they will stick with 12v as it is cheaper to issue a simple cigarette lighter plug with a straight 12V connection than a 5VDC step down adapter, just like any industry it just comes down to cost lol. Cheers!

[@walte99]

Great video! How do I find out if my '02 F150 or '05 4Runner have power to the mirror?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you Walt! Ah I placed the link to the Ford adapter in the video description, the listing includes which models the adapter is applicable too. However, yes your mechanic can also confirm if your mirror area has power if you like to confirm before ordering. Cheers!

[@darioangel7044]

Alex good job, question , I got a Toyota Corolla 2023 which should I buy?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Thank you Dario! Ah I'm not familiar with the connector on the 2023 Corolla, but I placed the link to the adapters available for Toyota in the video description. The listing breakdowns the models and years it's available for. Cheers!

[@lawrenceroycemanapsal7741]

sorry, i would like to ask again. is this gadget makes the dashcam connect directly to the car battery?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi L! This adapter pulls power from the mirror area of the vehicle but the actual function from where power is pulled from depends on the vehicle. The vehicle shown on the video for example uses power from the ADAS system which drives lane detection (my mirror itself is not powered). You're installer can confirm if your vehicle has power going to the mirror area of your vehicle. And here is another solution for park monitoring without hardwire kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Cheers!

[@elevatedsciencesllc8089]

In another one of your videos you were talking about how if you have the N5 and you want to leave it at an airport and have it only record motion then you would need to turn on some special mode that can only be turned on if you have the hardwire kit, you were saying it doesn't work with OBD etc. So will it work with this? It seems like this is essentially a hardwire just a different method of doing it.

[@elevatedsciencesllc8089]

btw I have a 2019 ram 1500

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi E! Ah I think you are referring to this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c Unfortunately I have not tested the N5 so I can't comment on how it works or it's features. I will see if we can add it to the list of to review (list is getting longer by the day! LOL) Cheers!

[@elevatedsciencesllc8089]

@@AlexAutoFun Thanks, I'll keep an eye out for that

[@malcolmscoggins8220]

Cars are fitted with cameras all around for reversing. Surely it would be a small fix to use them as dashcams

[@viragshinde]

This only works if you have power to your mirror right? Auto dimming etc? I have a 2022 telluride S and the connection plug does exist when I take the case from top of the mirror

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi V! Ah yes, I placed the link to the adapter for Kia in the video description. Cheers!

[@viragshinde]

@@AlexAutoFun yes, I saw the link , but to confirm, this will only work if I have auto dimming/homelink mirror which has some sort of power going to my mirror right? My 2022 Telluride has a power cable going to Lane Detection Sensor and that is , no power going to the mirror

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@viragshinde Hi V! Ah the adapter works with vehicles that have power going to the mirror area (the actual function depends on the vehicle). The vehicle shown on the video for example uses power from the ADAS system which drives lane detection. You're installer can confirm if your vehicle has power going to the mirror area of your vehicle. Cheers!

[@peterharrison3318]

Great video, thanks. And what a great idea - I would definitely buy one of these!

[@AlexAutoFun]

You're welcome Peter and thank you!

[@Theoriginalmaverick23]

Unplugging the cord doesn't effect the lane assist camera?

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi T! Nope, mine is working fine, remember the Adapter is a pass thru adapter, so that's the reason it has to be plugged on 2 ends. Also keep in mine that the adapter works with vehicles that have power going to the mirror area (the actual function depends on the vehicle). The vehicle shown on the video for example uses power from the ADAS system which drives lane detection but this will vary as some vehicles have power going to the mirror for different purposes. Cheers!

[@InquisitiveMind23]

This looks like a good fit for me. Will this work with MG4 Electric? Thanks a lot.

[@AlexAutoFun]

Hi I! If your vehicle has an OBD2 port (not all EV vehicles have one) here is a solution using that may work for it kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3bOnaBvi5urj6c and when FitDVR adds one for MG4 I will update this comment for you and the links in the description. Cheers!

[@InquisitiveMind23]

@@AlexAutoFun Thanks a lot.

[@AlexAutoFun]

@@InquisitiveMind23 You're welcome!

[@joeknowz4898]

Im gonna have to check this out.. I just had an issue with my OBD port power supply for my Garmin 66 W after 3 year..The camera used to shut off after about 5 minutes..it's been staying on all the time. I switched to the rear seat USB power supply that shuts off when the ignition is off..