The Garmin Dash Cam Obd2 constant power cable provides continuous power to your dash cam, even when your vehicle is off. This ensures 24/7 monitoring and protection against hit-and-runs, vandalism, and other incidents. Easily installed into your vehicle’s OBD-II port, this “plug and play” cable offers peace of mind knowing your vehicle is always under surveillance.
Powering Multiple Dash Cams with Dual USB Ports
The Garmin OBD2 power cable features dual USB ports, allowing you to connect and power two Garmin dash cams simultaneously. This enables comprehensive coverage of your vehicle. For instance, you could use a Garmin Dash Cam 57 for front recording and a Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2 for rear recording, ensuring complete front and rear protection.
Customizable Power Options with Adjustable Time Switch
The Garmin dash cam OBD2 power cable offers three power modes:
10-Minute Mode
In this mode, your dash cam will record for 10 minutes after you turn off your engine, then automatically power down. It will power back on when you restart your engine. This is ideal for short stops and errands.
24-Hour Mode
This mode keeps your dash cam running for 24 hours after your vehicle is turned off. To prevent a dead battery, the cable has built-in low battery protection that shuts off the camera if your vehicle’s battery voltage drops below 12V.
Always-On Mode
This mode provides continuous power to your dash cam. The integrated low battery protection will automatically shut off the camera if the battery voltage falls below 12V, safeguarding your vehicle’s battery. The camera will automatically power back on when the engine restarts.
The built-in timer automatically resets if motion is detected, an impact occurs, a vehicle door opens, or the engine is running.
Low Battery Protection Prevents Drain
The Garmin dash cam OBD2 cable incorporates low battery protection, automatically shutting down within 10 minutes if the vehicle battery voltage drops below 12V. This prevents the dash cam from draining your vehicle’s battery.
Understanding the Red Status LED
The red status LED indicator on the Garmin OBD2 cable communicates the cable’s status:
- Solid Red: The cable is supplying power to the connected dash cams.
- Flashing Red: The timer has expired, and the cable is no longer providing power.
- Off: The cable is receiving less than 12V of power, indicating that the low battery protection has activated.
Garmin Dash Cam Compatibility
The Garmin dash cam OBD2 constant power cable is compatible with various Garmin dash cam models, including:
- 6 Series
- 7 Series
- Mini Series
- Tandem Series
- Live LTE Series
- X Series
Note: Compatible with most passenger vehicles. Not compatible with commercial vehicles using a J1939 connector.
