Dashcam hardwire connection 24 hours parking monitoring

Ragun · 12-18-2024, 03:20 AM

Hi Everyone!

I’m considering installing a dashcam in the Z, and I’ve heard there’s a hardwire kit available for 24-hour video recording that prevents the car battery from fully discharging. This kit apparently includes three terminals: VCC+, GND-, and ACC. The ACC connections are supposed to go to the 'Cigar Lights' fuse. However, I’m unsure where to connect the VCC+ terminal, as it requires a constant power source. Do you have any recommendations on which connector I could use for this purpose? Also, what’s your opinion on these hardwire kits?

Thanks for your time!

Ragun · 12-29-2024, 11:38 AM

Finally, I did it using Constant power (VCC) using AAC -> CIGAR LIGHTER and VCC+ -> STOP LAMP

nis350 · 01-16-2025, 09:33 PM

how does it prevent the cam from draining the battery if it is recording for a long duration of time?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ragun

Hi Everyone!

I’m considering installing a dashcam in the Z, and I’ve heard there’s a hardwire kit available for 24-hour video recording that prevents the car battery from fully discharging. This kit apparently includes three terminals: VCC+, GND-, and ACC. The ACC connections are supposed to go to the 'Cigar Lights' fuse. However, I’m unsure where to connect the VCC+ terminal, as it requires a constant power source. Do you have any recommendations on which connector I could use for this purpose? Also, what’s your opinion on these hardwire kits?

Thanks for your time!

Ragun · 01-19-2025, 03:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nis350

how does it prevent the cam from draining the battery if it is recording for a long duration of time?

Due the hardwire kit, a hardwire kit for a dashcam is an accessory that allows the camera to connect directly to the vehicle's electrical system instead of using the cigarette lighter or USB port. This kit includes wires that connect to the car's fuse box and typically comes with a voltage regulator to protect the car's battery.

The main purposes of a hardwire kit are:

Constant power supply: Keeps the dashcam running even when the car is off, which is useful for parking mode.

Battery protection: Many kits feature an automatic shutoff function to prevent the car battery from draining completely.

Clean installation: Helps hide the wires and maintain a tidier appearance in the vehicle.

Kzonts · 01-19-2025, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ragun

Due the hardwire kit, a hardwire kit for a dashcam is an accessory that allows the camera to connect directly to the vehicle's electrical system instead of using the cigarette lighter or USB port. This kit includes wires that connect to the car's fuse box and typically comes with a voltage regulator to protect the car's battery.

The main purposes of a hardwire kit are:

Constant power supply: Keeps the dashcam running even when the car is off, which is useful for parking mode.

Battery protection: Many kits feature an automatic shutoff function to prevent the car battery from draining completely.

Clean installation: Helps hide the wires and maintain a tidier appearance in the vehicle.

I did this and it still drained the battery. My car is kept in the garage anyway, so I rewired it to the power-socket fuse.

Tractionless · 03-16-2025, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Kzonts

I did this and it still drained the battery. My car is kept in the garage anyway, so I rewired it to the power-socket fuse.

How long did it take to drain? I'd say they are designed to be used on a daily driven car as well.

The cam I have goes into idle mode until motion is sensed or the g-sensor is activated.

12-18-2024, 03:20 AM	#1 (permalink)
Ragun Base Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: SPAIN Posts: 8 Drives: 370z Nismo Rep Power: 5	Dashcam hardwire connection 24 hours parking monitoring Hi Everyone! I’m considering installing a dashcam in the Z, and I’ve heard there’s a hardwire kit available for 24-hour video recording that prevents the car battery from fully discharging. This kit apparently includes three terminals: VCC+, GND-, and ACC. The ACC connections are supposed to go to the 'Cigar Lights' fuse. However, I’m unsure where to connect the VCC+ terminal, as it requires a constant power source. Do you have any recommendations on which connector I could use for this purpose? Also, what’s your opinion on these hardwire kits? Thanks for your time!

12-29-2024, 11:38 AM	#2 (permalink)
Ragun Base Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: SPAIN Posts: 8 Drives: 370z Nismo Rep Power: 5	Finally, I did it using Constant power (VCC) using AAC -> CIGAR LIGHTER and VCC+ -> STOP LAMP Rusty, sx moneypit and Laffin like this.

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