Dash cams ... I welcome your thoughts and experiences regarding dash cams. Worth it for documenting incidents (and near misses)? How easy for a handy person to install (or leave it to the pro)? Just one for the windshield, or another looking out back? Nissan has an oem dash cam that can be installed in the Ariya -- for those who went that way, how does it perform? There's a super tiny Garmin that's unobtrusive, how does it compare? There's lots of articles on the web comparing all kinds of dash cams, I'd be interested in reading the opinions and experiences of my fellow forum members.
Let's talk dash cams...
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I installed the Garmin DashCam Mini 2 using the Garmin OBDII power supply that I purchased separately. It was super easy to install. It took me about 15 minutes to install. I recommend using Garmin OBDII power supply because the connector to the dashcam unit is right angle at 45 degrees. The Garmin OBDII power supply goes right into the Ariya OBDII port.
Garmin Dash Cam™ Mini 2 | Dash Cam. I bought his dashcam 2 weeks before AmazonPrime for $109.
Constant Power Cable | Garmin. It was cheaper on Amazon.
Garmin Dash Cam™ Mini 2 | Dash Cam. I bought his dashcam 2 weeks before AmazonPrime for $109.
Constant Power Cable | Garmin. It was cheaper on Amazon.
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@Hank I’ve never installed a dash cam, so have a few questions if you don’t mind.
- Where does the cabling run to get from the OBDII port to the camera?
- Does the OBDII port stay powered on or can the camera stay plugged in without worrying about running down the 12V?
- Where did you mount the camera? I worry about the camera being a distraction in my field of view…
thanks!
How to run the OBDII power supply cable to the Ariya OBDII port. Start your video at the 3:00 mark.
I will post photos later on. Please watch this video
using the Garmin OBDII power supply, you have the option to keep the power on 24/7 or just 10 minutes after the vehicle is powered off.
because the camera is so tiny, you can place it anywhere along the top windshield as long as you can wedge the cable into the ceiling panel.
Here is where I mounted my dashcam. I wedged the cable inside the hard plastic and into the ceiling panel.
Hope this helps....
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We purchased the Nissan OEM camera. The application only works for Apple phones. With my Google Pixel 6 I can't download videos and view them. The camera is "supposed to" allow you to upload videos to the cloud, but the Nissan dealer does not know how to enable this and there is no online support for this. Very disappointed that Nissan has not been able to provide support for this device. If anyone has a more positive experience please share the details, especially in how to access the cloud connections.
Thank you, this is very helpful! I am still mulling over my dash cam options. My understanding of the Garmin mini is that it is possible to hook up more than one of them together, so that you could have one looking out front, another out the back, etc.
There are several forum members who opted for the OEM dash cam. There are some struggles with the setup, but I think they ended up happy with it -- but could be they have iPhones...
The nice thing about the Garmin OBDII power supply adapter is that it has TWO USB PORTS. This will allow you to install 2 independent cams (front and back). I don't bother with the rear cam as I believe it's an overkill.
The good news is that Garmin offers many models to choose from based on your budget. I paid $109 and it does it job. The drawback is that it needs wifi connection if you want live view via AT&T hotspot ($10/month)
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Fantastic. Thank you.
Although you have a Pixel 6 (I have Pixel 7 Pro and loving it), you should be able to view it on your iPad (everyone has an iPad!?).
Simply download Google Photos app on your iPad. You should be able to view the videos on your Pixel 6 via the Google Photo app.
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We've used pricey Nexar products over the years. They have stellar picture quality, include free unlimited cloud storage and have a "sentry mode" that records the surroundings for 20 seconds upon a commotion while the ignition is off. It records even if the parked car was only slightly "disturbed" by something like a thunder clap while parked. Nexar is still NOT anywhere near of my "holy grail" of dash cams that I wish I could find. I would be interested if anyone found a system that would work pretty much as a "set-it-and-forget-it" device, until I need the video footage for an incident. Nexar still requires all too frequent monkeying around with settings and phone connections.
It just so happened that the Garmin DashCam Mini II I recommended was ranked Top 10.
www.roadandtrack.com
The Best Dash Cams You Can Buy in 2023
Get the lowdown on dash cams at a variety of price points with a range of features that can document your vehicle's every move in traffic. Just in case.
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Yes! The Garmin Mini-2 consistently ranks very high.It just so happened that the Garmin DashCam Mini II I recommended was ranked Top 10.
The Best Dash Cams You Can Buy in 2023
Get the lowdown on dash cams at a variety of price points with a range of features that can document your vehicle's every move in traffic. Just in case.
Garmin Dash Cam Mini2 on SALE! This is the LOWEST PRICE EVER. $99!
Be sure to purchase their OEM OBDII power adapter for easy installation.
(No, I don't work for Garmin!) LOL
www.garmin.com
Be sure to purchase their OEM OBDII power adapter for easy installation.
(No, I don't work for Garmin!) LOL
Garmin Dash Cam™ Mini 2 | Dash Cam
Dash Cam Mini 2 is a tiny in-car camera with voice control, 1080p recording, automatic incident video saving & monitoring options when away from your parked car.
www.garmin.com
Thank you for the heads-up on this! Much appreciated!Garmin Dash Cam Mini2 on SALE! This is the LOWEST PRICE EVER. $99!
Be sure to purchase their OEM OBDII power adapter for easy installation.
(No, I don't work for Garmin!) LOL
Garmin Dash Cam™ Mini 2 | Dash Cam
Dash Cam Mini 2 is a tiny in-car camera with voice control, 1080p recording, automatic incident video saving & monitoring options when away from your parked car.
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