Just got mine and of course, the install "instructions" are virtually useless for someone who hasn't done this before! Your vid helped a lot. Many thanks.
I am tasked to help my dad with finding and installing a dash cam himself (we live in different regions). Thank you for your video. It's very clear and easy to fast forward if information is known. In his case, he needed to watch the full thing to understand. After trying and failing to explain how it works and to be set up, dad still wasn't understanding. Showing him this video took a lot of stress and frustration off our plate. Thank you.
Great video! Mine just arrived today and was able to follow you video. Thank you. Also at 17:05 you were using the tape to secure the wiring. Can you tell me where to get that tape? I've been looking for that 'Fiber' tape at HD and they don't have it. Or maybe there is a particular name for that tape.
Just order one and thought I'd see if someone had a good install video. This was great! Bonus, seeing you driving around my old neighborhood in Surprise.
Why do they even supply the anti static sheet? I do not live in AZ but I just installed mine and it is completely useless for holding it to the windshield. Video certainly helps and gives more info than the instructions included.
LOL I just got my A119 V3 (Only thing I don't like is no wifi on it but it is what it is). I opened the box, immediately updated the firmware, I have a hardwire kit that's the same usb type from my previous cam so using that, but came back in and saw this anti-static sheet on my work bench and thought "Why would they give me a screen protector of this size" because that's exactly what it looked like. Saw a couple videos and yea... not sure that thing would even be useful.
I know that dash cam doesn’t use an app. How or have you viewed videos? Do you have to download to a pc? I just bought the a119 Mini 2 that has Wi-Fi and uses an app and it downloads videos right to the app. I do own two of the a119 V3s but wasn’t sure how much of a headache it would be to download the videos. I do believe that there is an adapter that use can plug into the unit and download vids to your phone. Thanks in advance!
Looking for a mobile dash cam to put in a rental car while on a trip. Could I use this cam for that purpose. Just attach it and plug into the adapter, then remove it when I return the car.
Thanks for great review, just bought vioffo a119 V3, waiting for it. My previous dash cam is xiaomi 70mai dash cam pro, but it has aspect ratio 4:3, and it seems vioffo has better picture quality
I am not sure that you can. However, I have had many cameras and only ever updated a few of them. I installed one in my other vehicle straight out of the box.
Awesome Video, I'm still trying to decide on which Dash Cam I should get to replace my failed 4 year old Garmin 66W Dash Cam in my 07' Audi A6 Avant. I'll probably end up getting the Viofo A119 V3 after watching your review. Randy AKA randog311
Hello, I have a question: how long does this camera work on its own battery, will it last 5 minutes? One more thing, does he take photos? My current Nextbase 212 doesn't have a battery anymore, so I'm looking for something else. Thank you
Hi, they offer a stand alone battery kit that you can wire in for parking mode. As it is it stays on momentarily after the key shuts off. I’m not sure if there is a picture mode. I would just extract a frame from video if needed.
The RUclipsr Autofun has a compuer controlled OBD2 connector that will automatically shut off the dascam when the battery gets to low if you put this particular adapter in that mode.
I have a question, I have a Toyota rav4 hybrid, I just got the VIOFO v119 v3 and I hide the cords and plugged in into the cigarette lighter 12v, does the battery drain if it’s plugged in while the car is off? My dashcam turns off when I turn off my vehicle, when I turn the vehicle on my dashcam automatically turns on and starts recording. Will it drain the battery if the vehicle is off?
@@DrivingForwardBuilds sorry I meant to say that I have it plugged in to my cig lighter and I love that it turns off while the vehicle is off. I don’t have it plugged in on the fuse box because I don’t want to record 24/7. I was just wondering will the battery drain if I keep it plugged in the cigarette lighter.
I have mine plugged in to the OBD port. I'm afraid the parking feature might drain the battery. Is there any way? I could have it not record when parked even if there is motion. Because right now even with parking mode off it records with motion.
I have all of those features currently turned off on my camera. I would double check that all of the settings are turned off for parking detection. If that doesn't solve the issue the folks at BlackBoxMyCar were very helpful when I was installing my camera.
The RUclipsr Autofun has a compuer controlled OBD2 connector that will automatically shut off the dascam when the battery gets to low if you put this particular adapter in that mode.
The RUclipsr Autofun has a compuer controlled OBD2 connector that will automatically shut off the dascam when the battery gets to low if you put this particular adapter in that mode.
@@DrivingForwardBuilds I witnessed a Driver's Air Bag Deploy accidentally while Wrenching at a Porsche + Audi Dealership in the late 90's, old building with single wooden roll-up bay access doors on opposite sides of the shop, storage tool chests back to back. I was standing facing my stacked top and bottom tool box when the Air Bag went off in the opposing bay, I peeked around the tool storage units to see a cloud and a disoriented tall skinny mechanic coming out the already open driver's door. He apparently had been laying across the driver's seat and console. For whatever reason (Safety Recall?) had unfastened the Air Bag Control Module with the Key switched on & moved the Module = "BOOM". As I recall the car was an early 90's Audi 100, 200 or S4? (Single Air Bag Equipped Vehicle). BTW, other than ringing ears the Mechanic was uninjured. Randy AKA randog311
@@randymueller2349that would be crazy to see. The only airbags I’ve seen deployed were ones I’ve set off on purpose. As a scientific experiment of course😮. Definitely don’t want to touch airbags with the key on.
@@DrivingForwardBuilds FYI, I never found it necessary to disconnect the Battery unless I was replacing a Control Module or Back-Up / Reserve Battery. Many Audi's especially the earlier models with a single Air Bag had a disconnect in the Knee Bar area. As I recall, the first car I remember having these Pyrotechnic Safety devices was the Porsche 944T. A prankster in the shop tossed a Firecracker under a car in the early days while a Wrench was removing the Steering Wheel (everyone had a good laugh🤣😂 I personally popped a Paper Bag behind a frightened student during an Intro Class for the 2005 A6, it happened after lunch, the instructor had everyone standing in a circle around a Cart with an Air Bag mounted to. He was explaining how he was going to Deploy it using a 9V battery and a long pair of wires outside. Oh the Day's before "Safe Places" 🤣😂😇
With this camera.. Use the HDR only at night.. In daylight do not use it..if you want to record the licence plates from cars around you. HDR is best used only at night. I have the same camera for over 3 years now.. and it is working the same as first day.
Sorry to hear that, and totally understand. Hope your install either goes well or already went well. It's a tough balance to take things slow enough, and to keep attention.
actually, he went through the steps just fine. some independent thought is needed. there are three sections when installing this (or other) dash cams...1)update & setup camera, 2)find a suitable place to mount the camera, clean area, place film, mount camera, 3) run power cord up along headliner to A-pillar and down under dash towards the power source, aka cigarette lighter adapter thing. He covered ALL 3. Watch the video again or seek out additional videos for possibly more information. A good research paper doesn't use just one source......
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Just got mine and of course, the install "instructions" are virtually useless for someone who hasn't done this before! Your vid helped a lot. Many thanks.
Glad it helped!
@@DrivingForwardBuilds It did thanks - took me less time than I thought. 👍
Right. The instructions are garbage. They tell you some things, but install is a joke.
I am tasked to help my dad with finding and installing a dash cam himself (we live in different regions). Thank you for your video. It's very clear and easy to fast forward if information is known. In his case, he needed to watch the full thing to understand. After trying and failing to explain how it works and to be set up, dad still wasn't understanding. Showing him this video took a lot of stress and frustration off our plate. Thank you.
Glad I could help! Thanks for the comment!
Great video! Mine just arrived today and was able to follow you video. Thank you. Also at 17:05 you were using the tape to secure the wiring. Can you tell me where to get that tape? I've been looking for that 'Fiber' tape at HD and they don't have it. Or maybe there is a particular name for that tape.
This is an automotive loom tape, sometimes called "Tessa Tape". I have been getting it on Amazon. amzn.to/3N8sxTh
Just order one and thought I'd see if someone had a good install video. This was great! Bonus, seeing you driving around my old neighborhood in Surprise.
Right on! So cool to hear you recognize the area :-)
Great review , very informative and helped me a lot 👍🏻
Glad it helped
Thx, just got this and thot id try to find an install video and you popped up. Super helpful! Thank you.
No problem 👍 good luck with your install.
Why do they even supply the anti static sheet?
I do not live in AZ but I just installed mine and it is completely useless for holding it to the windshield.
Video certainly helps and gives more info than the instructions included.
Thanks for watching!
LOL I just got my A119 V3 (Only thing I don't like is no wifi on it but it is what it is).
I opened the box, immediately updated the firmware, I have a hardwire kit that's the same usb type from my previous cam so using that, but came back in and saw this anti-static sheet on my work bench and thought "Why would they give me a screen protector of this size" because that's exactly what it looked like. Saw a couple videos and yea... not sure that thing would even be useful.
Really nice install!
Thanks!
I know that dash cam doesn’t use an app. How or have you viewed videos? Do you have to download to a pc? I just bought the a119 Mini 2 that has Wi-Fi and uses an app and it downloads videos right to the app. I do own two of the a119 V3s but wasn’t sure how much of a headache it would be to download the videos. I do believe that there is an adapter that use can plug into the unit and download vids to your phone. Thanks in advance!
I just pop the SD card out and download to my computer. Though in 10 years of having dash cams I’ve only needed footage twice.
Excellent video 📹!
Thank you very much!
Very informative!!! I think I could even attempt something like this 😊
That's awesome.
Looking for a mobile dash cam to put in a rental car while on a trip. Could I use this cam for that purpose. Just attach it and plug into the adapter, then remove it when I return the car.
Yup. That would work. You would just have to peel the mount off the windshield when done.
Thanks for great review, just bought vioffo a119 V3, waiting for it. My previous dash cam is xiaomi 70mai dash cam pro, but it has aspect ratio 4:3, and it seems vioffo has better picture quality
Thanks! Good luck with the install.
Can this camera be removed and put back on easily? For example, only have it in the car for driving and take out when not in the car?
Yes. It clips to a mount on the windshield. The plug just pulls out.
What if you don't have a computer can you update it without it ?
I am not sure that you can. However, I have had many cameras and only ever updated a few of them. I installed one in my other vehicle straight out of the box.
Awesome Video, I'm still trying to decide on which Dash Cam I should get to replace my failed 4 year old Garmin 66W Dash Cam in my 07' Audi A6 Avant. I'll probably end up getting the Viofo A119 V3 after watching your review. Randy AKA randog311
Glad it was helpful, Randy! The A119 V3 is a great cam. Still running strong in my X5.
Hello, I have a question: how long does this camera work on its own battery, will it last 5 minutes? One more thing, does he take photos? My current Nextbase 212 doesn't have a battery anymore, so I'm looking for something else. Thank you
Hi, they offer a stand alone battery kit that you can wire in for parking mode. As it is it stays on momentarily after the key shuts off. I’m not sure if there is a picture mode. I would just extract a frame from video if needed.
The RUclipsr Autofun has a compuer controlled OBD2 connector that will automatically shut off the dascam when the battery gets to low if you put this particular adapter in that mode.
I have a question, I have a Toyota rav4 hybrid, I just got the VIOFO v119 v3 and I hide the cords and plugged in into the cigarette lighter 12v, does the battery drain if it’s plugged in while the car is off? My dashcam turns off when I turn off my vehicle, when I turn the vehicle on my dashcam automatically turns on and starts recording. Will it drain the battery if the vehicle is off?
Sounds like either the camera is sensing the voltage change and shutting down or the cig lighter shuts down.
@@DrivingForwardBuilds sorry I meant to say that I have it plugged in to my cig lighter and I love that it turns off while the vehicle is off. I don’t have it plugged in on the fuse box because I don’t want to record 24/7. I was just wondering will the battery drain if I keep it plugged in the cigarette lighter.
@@yessir9216 it sounds like you’re going to be ok since you mentioned the camera shutting off when you turn the car off. That’s how mine works.
@@DrivingForwardBuilds thanks
I have mine plugged in to the OBD port.
I'm afraid the parking feature might drain the battery. Is there any way? I could have it not record when parked even if there is motion.
Because right now even with parking mode off it records with motion.
I have all of those features currently turned off on my camera. I would double check that all of the settings are turned off for parking detection. If that doesn't solve the issue the folks at BlackBoxMyCar were very helpful when I was installing my camera.
The RUclipsr Autofun has a compuer controlled OBD2 connector that will automatically shut off the dascam when the battery gets to low if you put this particular adapter in that mode.
It works great!
Hi,how can i connect this camera to my phone ?
I don’t believe it can connect to a phone. To get videos off I just use the SD Card in my computer.
Can the videos be viewed on the camera?
Yes.
Does it come with an sd card? If ut doesnt, which do i need?
When you are purchasing you have the option to include an SD card with your camera. I use this one from SanDisk. amzn.to/3Pzh3Id
Does this Viofo dash cam works good under the heat in Phoenix?
It has worked great. Even through this last summer, the hottest on record.
The RUclipsr Autofun has a compuer controlled OBD2 connector that will automatically shut off the dascam when the battery gets to low if you put this particular adapter in that mode.
Thats pretty cool to know about.
12:02 well done!
Thanks!
Nice job
Thanks. Appreciate the comment.
12:03 yeah I actually jumped!
I hope it wasn't too bad. That's what runs through my head whenever I deal with airbags. Though it's extremely unlikely to ever happen.
@@DrivingForwardBuilds it is safer to unplug the vehicle battery befor isn't it ?
@@RimKWithoutTheK In theory yes, but for this it's not really necessary.
@@RimKWithoutTheK It is safer, but not really needed.
That air bag thing scared my OFS😂
I am always thinking, waiting for an airbag to pop off. Though in reality I've never seen it happen, even after working in multiple shops.
@@DrivingForwardBuilds I witnessed a Driver's Air Bag Deploy accidentally while Wrenching at a Porsche + Audi Dealership in the late 90's, old building with single wooden roll-up bay access doors on opposite sides of the shop, storage tool chests back to back. I was standing facing my stacked top and bottom tool box when the Air Bag went off in the opposing bay, I peeked around the tool storage units to see a cloud and a disoriented tall skinny mechanic coming out the already open driver's door. He apparently had been laying across the driver's seat and console. For whatever reason (Safety Recall?) had unfastened the Air Bag Control Module with the Key switched on & moved the Module = "BOOM". As I recall the car was an early 90's Audi 100, 200 or S4? (Single Air Bag Equipped Vehicle). BTW, other than ringing ears the Mechanic was uninjured. Randy AKA randog311
@@randymueller2349that would be crazy to see. The only airbags I’ve seen deployed were ones I’ve set off on purpose. As a scientific experiment of course😮. Definitely don’t want to touch airbags with the key on.
@@DrivingForwardBuilds FYI, I never found it necessary to disconnect the Battery unless I was replacing a Control Module or Back-Up / Reserve Battery. Many Audi's especially the earlier models with a single Air Bag had a disconnect in the Knee Bar area. As I recall, the first car I remember having these Pyrotechnic Safety devices was the Porsche 944T. A prankster in the shop tossed a Firecracker under a car in the early days while a Wrench was removing the Steering Wheel (everyone had a good laugh🤣😂 I personally popped a Paper Bag behind a frightened student during an Intro Class for the 2005 A6, it happened after lunch, the instructor had everyone standing in a circle around a Cart with an Air Bag mounted to. He was explaining how he was going to Deploy it using a 9V battery and a long pair of wires outside. Oh the Day's before "Safe Places" 🤣😂😇
Wish you had gone through the setup menu slower and explained all the options instead of skipping some over
I’ll take that into account next time. Thanks for the feedback.
With this camera.. Use the HDR only at night.. In daylight do not use it..if you want to record the licence plates from cars around you. HDR is best used only at night. I have the same camera for over 3 years now.. and it is working the same as first day.
Good insight. Thanks for sharing.
Very good demonstration. Cheap scare, not funny! The image quality looks good, and that's the most important factor.
Thanks for watching.
The gps is it a simple plug in and it works setup or do I need anything else, how does it measure speed?
The gps module piggybacks the camera and gets its power from the camera. I didn’t have to setup anything special with the install.
12:04. Hilarious!
Ha. Thanks.
You look like Shakira
Thanks?
@Driving Forward Builds oh Shakira is a Colombian singer. Look her up, sorry for comparing.
@@cherri_the_eskimo no he doesn’t 💀🙏
@@josearizmendi791 not he but she
You lie
About what? This camera is still in the car to this day....
Definitely missed a lot of steps for those who have never set o e up. Way to fast too.🫥
Sorry to hear that, and totally understand. Hope your install either goes well or already went well. It's a tough balance to take things slow enough, and to keep attention.
actually, he went through the steps just fine. some independent thought is needed. there are three sections when installing this (or other) dash cams...1)update & setup camera, 2)find a suitable place to mount the camera, clean area, place film, mount camera, 3) run power cord up along headliner to A-pillar and down under dash towards the power source, aka cigarette lighter adapter thing. He covered ALL 3. Watch the video again or seek out additional videos for possibly more information. A good research paper doesn't use just one source......