Garmin Constant Power Cable

pzoom · 08-10-2021, 03:09 PM

Anyone have one of these installed? It looks like it will easily fit flush and I can quickly disconnect in case I need to take the car in for any kind of warranty issue (no need to tap vehicle harness).

https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/735279#overview

joekd · 08-10-2021, 04:17 PM

I don't have that one but I do use a generic OBD power cable feed for the dash cams in both my son and wife's cars

They work fine and made running the power a 2 minute job

pzoom · 08-10-2021, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joekd

I don't have that one but I do use a generic OBD power cable feed for the dash cams in both my son and wife's cars

They work fine and made running the power a 2 minute job

Thanks!

I went ahead and ordered one. I’ll post pics if it works out.

pzoom · 08-14-2021, 10:52 AM

This was the easiest install ever. It literally took less than 10 minutes to install including routing the cable plus the camera. The cable routes up the weatherstripping. No tools or disassembly needed.

The OBD plug sits out of the way and can hardly been seen while driving. If you are looking for a quick dash cam install, this is probably the way to go. Power cable and camera (Garmin Mini 2) was $190 incl tax from crutchfield.

CreeperRS · 08-14-2021, 11:39 AM

Looks good. I see it has a 24h run timer, have you had any issues with your battery?

pzoom · 08-14-2021, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CreeperRS

Looks good. I see it has a 24h run timer, have you had any issues with your battery?

I just installed this morning so I don’t know yet. It does have a low voltage cutoff that is supposed to completely power down if the battery voltage drops below 12V.

I chose that camera because it uses <2W of power at 5V. No LCD to power so I can leave it on 24hours with hardly any battery drain.

joekd · 08-14-2021, 02:31 PM

Yeah, makes it really easy to install and move to another car if needed

This is the power cable I sued on the cars at my house

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Have had them in there for over 6 months and only issue was one kept turning off randomly, turns out the USB plug was slipping out, one wrap of electrical tape, problem solved

CreeperRS · 08-14-2021, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pzoom

I just installed this morning so I don’t know yet. It does have a low voltage cutoff that is supposed to completely power down if the battery voltage drops below 12V.

I chose that camera because it uses <2W of power at 5V. No LCD to power so I can leave it on 24hours with hardly any battery drain.

Nice!

jcharm · 09-27-2021, 03:27 PM

Looks great. Thanks so much for posting this

1badtie · 05-21-2022, 02:44 PM

I think this is the setup I will go with

Anjilslaire · 05-21-2022, 06:14 PM

What camera did you pick with it?

The Chief (tm) · 07-03-2022, 09:11 AM

Is it safe to assume that the "power out" supply is reasonably generic, as in, should this be able to power a Valentine 1? (Also using a USB-to-RJ11 adapter, natch.)

It would be a small price to pay, rather than tearing apart my '16 2SS convertible in order to install the V1's own hardwire kit.

And I wouldn't mind reaching up and turning off the V1 at the main unit every time, since I am long accustomed to doing that anyway.

08-10-2021, 03:09 PM	#1
pzoom Drives: 2021 SS 1LE SHOCK Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Austin Posts: 124	Garmin Constant Power Cable Anyone have one of these installed? It looks like it will easily fit flush and I can quickly disconnect in case I need to take the car in for any kind of warranty issue (no need to tap vehicle harness). https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/735279#overview Attached Images

08-10-2021, 04:17 PM	#2
joekd Drives: 2018 Camaro SS vert Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: CT Posts: 449	I don't have that one but I do use a generic OBD power cable feed for the dash cams in both my son and wife's cars They work fine and made running the power a 2 minute job __________________

08-14-2021, 10:52 AM	#4
pzoom Drives: 2021 SS 1LE SHOCK Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Austin Posts: 124	This was the easiest install ever. It literally took less than 10 minutes to install including routing the cable plus the camera. The cable routes up the weatherstripping. No tools or disassembly needed. The OBD plug sits out of the way and can hardly been seen while driving. If you are looking for a quick dash cam install, this is probably the way to go. Power cable and camera (Garmin Mini 2) was $190 incl tax from crutchfield. Attached Images

08-14-2021, 11:39 AM	#5
CreeperRS Drives: 20’ Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 1,577	Looks good. I see it has a 24h run timer, have you had any issues with your battery? __________________

08-14-2021, 02:31 PM	#7
joekd Drives: 2018 Camaro SS vert Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: CT Posts: 449	Yeah, makes it really easy to install and move to another car if needed This is the power cable I sued on the cars at my house https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Have had them in there for over 6 months and only issue was one kept turning off randomly, turns out the USB plug was slipping out, one wrap of electrical tape, problem solved __________________

09-27-2021, 03:27 PM	#9
jcharm Drives: 2021 LT1 Camaro Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 67	Looks great. Thanks so much for posting this

05-21-2022, 02:44 PM	#10
1badtie Drives: 2018 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Central Arkansas Posts: 1,214	I think this is the setup I will go with __________________ 2018 ZL1 M6 NGM PPF and Ceramic coating IG: NGMZL1 2010 2SS RS --- SOLD MODS- Performance: BMR trailing arms & bushings \| BMR Toe links \| X-pipe \| Muffler delete \| Vmax ported throttle body \| Apex "strong" MAS \| Vararam CAI \| Apex catch can \| Kooks Headers \| Kooks HF Cats \| Dyno tuned by GPI 417 RWHP 409 FT-Lb Cosmetic: painted Zl1 rockers \| Zl1 grill \| AAC side markers \| AAC LED backup lights \| windows tint \| taillight tint \| JDP tow hook \| all emblems blacked out \| LED fogs

05-21-2022, 06:14 PM	#11
Anjilslaire Drives: 2021 3LT RS A10 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: South Sound, Washington Posts: 438	What camera did you pick with it?

07-03-2022, 09:11 AM	#12
The Chief (tm) Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS "Convertibobble" Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 280	Is it safe to assume that the "power out" supply is reasonably generic, as in, should this be able to power a Valentine 1? (Also using a USB-to-RJ11 adapter, natch.) It would be a small price to pay, rather than tearing apart my '16 2SS convertible in order to install the V1's own hardwire kit. And I wouldn't mind reaching up and turning off the V1 at the main unit every time, since I am long accustomed to doing that anyway. __________________ '16 2SS Garnet Red ~24K "Mods": GM wind deflector, home-made rear seat delete & platform, not-quite garnet red key fob cover (+10rwhp) '99 4Runner 367K '94 ST1100 146K

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