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godwin · 09-16-2013, 10:25 PM

Very easy

Get one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ADD-A-CIRCUIT-ATM-MINI-BLADE-STYLE-FUSE-TAP-USA-SELLER-FREE-SHIPPING-/321187287012?pt=US_Car_Audio_Video_Fuses_Fuse_Holders&hash=item4ac8410fe4
Connect that to the positive of the camera or camera battery backup. -ve to Ground.. tuck the wires.. try to avoid putting them in front of A - pillar air bags.

Done.

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Originally Posted by J.C

anyone know how to hardwire a cam?

sonick · 09-24-2013, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by J.C

just bought the DOD GT550W
will be here next month, cant wait to get it

How is the GT550W? Considering pulling the trigger on this.

Speed2K · 09-24-2013, 10:12 PM

^me too! How's the parking mode?

tipy · 10-03-2013, 01:48 PM

thinking of getting driving cam

which hd driving cam do you guys suggest with park mode?

E.D.C.5 · 10-03-2013, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by sonick

How is the GT550W? Considering pulling the trigger on this.

in on answer

meme405 · 10-03-2013, 03:39 PM

I have had my blackvue DR-500 for about 2 weeks now, I have had the power magic pro turned off this entire time (its hardwired in, but I just wanted the camera to turn on and off with the car).

Havnt had any incidents or anything funny to upload so far, but I have taken the card out of the camera and played with the blackvue app and seen the video. I must say everything looks pretty good. Aside from the high price tag of $400 it is a very nice setup.

I have to plastidip around the lens black though, as it is a little noticeable in my windshield.

sonick · 10-03-2013, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed2K

^me too! How's the parking mode?

I don't believe the GT550W has parking mode.

Nevermind, yes it does!

J.C · 10-03-2013, 04:21 PM

haven't hardwired it yet so haven't gotten a chance to use it fully

what i did notice was that if your parked for awhile and nothing is moving, it stops recording and when movement is detected it starts recording, so yes it does have a parking mode
you can also set how sensitive it is

i can also get a couple videos uploaded tonight if you guys want

sonick · 10-03-2013, 04:29 PM

^ Does it run on battery power in park mode, since you said you don't have it hard-wired? If so, even better!

Some videos would be good, particularly night-time videos.

Any other complaints in general with it?

xXSupa · 10-03-2013, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by tipy

thinking of getting driving cam

which hd driving cam do you guys suggest with park mode?

Don't know if it has parking mode, but I use the MateGo MG188. I've been using it for almost a year and it is very reliable. Full 1080P HD, and a lot cheaper than BlackVues.

J.C · 10-03-2013, 04:50 PM

oh no i noticed while i was waiting in my car with the accessory power on
i'll dig thru the memory later and get a variety of clips of it in different conditions

J.C · 10-03-2013, 10:57 PM

i'll get a night one up tomorrow

sonick · 10-22-2013, 08:08 PM

Just got my GT550w, pretty happy with the video quality at night and in fog. Great value for the price, would definitely recommend!

One thing though, do you find that it takes forever to upload to youtube due to the format it records in?

Here's a test vid from tonight in the fog:

EndLeSS8 · 11-04-2013, 06:37 PM

I'm looking to buy a dashcam soon

What do you guys recommend?

I was recommended this
1080P HD Car Dashcam DVR - *BRAND NEW*

also the GT550W, is it good?

Thanks in advance

LP700-4 · 11-04-2013, 06:44 PM

I've gone a different direction than all of you and got this little camera

Mobius Actioncam Full HD Sports Camera 1080P 30FPS 720P 60FPS Pocket Camcorder | eBay

$70 bucks shipped. Very good quality for the price.

Doubles up as an action cam if you guys are into that. Con is that it doesnt have parking mode yet but it is being developed with new firmware constantly so that might be on the way.

I've used it since July with no issues. The thing does get a bit hot sitting in the sun but has not caused any issues yet.

EndLeSS8 · 11-06-2013, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by EndLeSS8

I'm looking to buy a dashcam soon

What do you guys recommend?

I was recommended this
1080P HD Car Dashcam DVR - *BRAND NEW*

also the GT550W, is it good?

Thanks in advance

Any help or advice? I did read the thread, but I'm very new at this

Thanks in advance.

sonick · 11-06-2013, 11:18 AM

Here's some info and sample video of the GT550W i just got: http://www.revscene.net/forums/65475...ml#post8351437

The Mobius ActionCam posted above I also came across in my research and was well-recommended.

jackal · 11-10-2013, 03:02 AM

thoughts on this system? resolution isn't great but includes gps location, speed, and g-shock.

RoadHawk Digital Driver Protection System with GPS - PointofViewCameras.com

Vulgate · 11-12-2013, 04:33 PM

I narrowed down my choices to the G1W and Mobius.
I ordered the G1W but thought I would shot some questions to you about the Mobius.

For the power supply, did you hard-wired it or just use a cigarette to USB and from there, to Mobius?

Is the narrow angle lens an issue?

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Originally Posted by LP700-4

I've gone a different direction than all of you and got this little camera

Mobius Actioncam Full HD Sports Camera 1080P 30FPS 720P 60FPS Pocket Camcorder | eBay

$70 bucks shipped. Very good quality for the price.

Doubles up as an action cam if you guys are into that. Con is that it doesnt have parking mode yet but it is being developed with new firmware constantly so that might be on the way.

I've used it since July with no issues. The thing does get a bit hot sitting in the sun but has not caused any issues yet.
Mobius Camera - The 1080p Action Cam, Dash-Cam, Anything Cam - Full review (with samples). - YouTube

Hondaracer · 11-12-2013, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by LP700-4

I've gone a different direction than all of you and got this little camera

Mobius Actioncam Full HD Sports Camera 1080P 30FPS 720P 60FPS Pocket Camcorder | eBay

$70 bucks shipped. Very good quality for the price.

Doubles up as an action cam if you guys are into that. Con is that it doesnt have parking mode yet but it is being developed with new firmware constantly so that might be on the way.

I've used it since July with no issues. The thing does get a bit hot sitting in the sun but has not caused any issues yet.
Mobius Camera - The 1080p Action Cam, Dash-Cam, Anything Cam - Full review (with samples). - YouTube

so with this camera do you have it plugged into a USB car charger all the time or what?

v_tec · 11-12-2013, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by godwin

Connect that to the positive of the camera or camera battery backup. -ve to Ground.. tuck the wires.. try to avoid putting them in front of A - pillar air bags.

Done.

How are you guys tucking in the wires....but avoiding the A pillar at the same time? Isn't it un-avoidable in most cases?

J.C · 11-12-2013, 06:28 PM

i have the gt550w, no complaints other than the suction mount isn't the best
there was a couple times where i came back to my car and the camera was dangling

LP700-4 · 11-12-2013, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Vulgate

I narrowed down my choices to the G1W and Mobius.
I ordered the G1W but thought I would shot some questions to you about the Mobius.

For the power supply, did you hard-wired it or just use a cigarette to USB and from there, to Mobius?

Is the narrow angle lens an issue?

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Originally Posted by Hondaracer

so with this camera do you have it plugged into a USB car charger all the time or what?

I personally hardwired mine. Just took apart a 12V to 5V usb adapter and soldered one end to an add a fuse and the other to the usb cable.

Nothing wrong with using one of those car USB chargers. I chose to hard wire since i only have 2 power outlets in the entire car.

Narrow lens is not an issue from what i experience. The seller does offer a wider lens if you decide you need one for around 12 bucks.

Here are a couple clips. If you watch in HD the quality really is comparable to that of a GoPro.

Spoiler!

sonick · 11-12-2013, 07:54 PM

Heads up to those planning on hardwiring, you can get the add-a-circuit fuse taps at Lordco for ~$8 on account; Canadian Tire sells the same for like $18 or something ridiculous.

Of course if you can wait for shipping, buying online from China is much cheaper.

meme405 · 11-13-2013, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by sonick

Heads up to those planning on hardwiring, you can get the add-a-circuit fuse taps at Lordco for ~$8 on account; Canadian Tire sells the same for like $18 or something ridiculous.

Of course if you can wait for shipping, buying online from China is much cheaper.

I have about 10 of these piggyback fuses. I also have a huge case of fuses (Lordco had it in their clearance). If anyone needs any fuses or piggyback fuses shoot me a PM and ill toss em your way. I didn't realize these things were like 10 bucks. I was about to throw them out...