Overall you have a great video and very well said. But you do need to correct yourself when it comes to the orientation of the Add-A-Fuse taps. It most definitely matters on which way you place the tap in the fuse box. Without adding all the technical terminology "Line", "Load", "Hot", "Cold", Etc... Their is a directional current flow that takes place. Depending on which pin carries the 12+ on your particular fuse panel will determine which way the tap is inserted. You would need to check this using your multimeter or test light on the fuse panel and see which pin is providing the 12+. If you grab your Add-A-Fuse tap and position it so that your looking at the wire pointing to the right and the pins facing down, the Left pin is your 12+ pin. That pin will be inserted into the fuse panel that you indicated as having 12+ reading. As for the fuse themselves, it does not matter what direction they are inserted into the Add-A-Fuse tap. Hope that helps those that were asking.
What an excellent, clear and concise explanation of how to install all components. Well spoken and perfectly videoed. I couldn't have done it better myself 😊- well done.
I have taught high school science for 37 years and this is one of the best and clearest tutorials (for something which is foreign to me) I have seen. Well done! A great tutorial. I might have to have a go at installing my Blackvue 650S, myself, after seeing this. I live in Australia so you're unlikely to see me in your store (unfortunately).
Brilliant! You did a great job! We can see what you're woking on, you explain clearly, and you install it right! (There are some scary-bad guides on RUclips.)
Great detailed.explanations. Wonderful camera work. You sir, are the man to do all install videos. Great job! The only thing I can add is show all components in a wide view, after complete installation. Also, show the view of the cameras working after install. Again, great video.👍
Was looking for an review but ended up watching the full tutorial. Even with experience in the automotive industry I found the video very appealing and informative. Even though it was not an review, I got to see the camera, switch box and cables so I have an idea how I will do it in my car. Very good, thumbs up and subbed!
The rear camera needs to have more slack if the rear window opens separate from the hatch. Otherwise, the cable connection gets destroyed when it is open. Make sure to test this if you have an opening window. (Voice of experience.) Great tutorial!
wow this an excellent tutorial. i have no knowledge at anything electrical but this will really help me a lot when i buy a 2 channel dashcam. thanks a lot.
Absolutely the very BEST video on this subject. I have wondered what fuse to use in the addon circuit. I can see by this you used 5 amp. I am installing the BlackVue 750. Thanks!
you should point out that fuse taping is only safe for very low amperage devices such as dashcams , if you use a fuse tap for high amperage demand you can damage the cars electrical system. for high amperage devices you need to isolate the circuit with a relay and get power directly from the battery, and use the fuse tap to trigger the relay .
The orientation of the Fuse tap is important!... Looks like you got both fuse-taps the wrong way around - however - which way the fuse goes around doesn't matter.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
Thank you from Saudi Arabia. I have the same car you are working on but no one in my city finds a solution for wiring a dash cam. The best one of them told me I will wire your dash cam to the battery which I don't want because I want the camera turns on when the engine is on and turned off when the engine is off. However, I showed him your video and within an hour he finished wiring.
It's important to say it actually matters which orientation to plug in the fuse taps. If the fuse tap blade is plugged in the wrong side it'll bypass the fuse and it will have constant power leavening you without protection incase of a short or overload.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
Excellent tutorial! Doing research and thinking about getting this model from you guys next weekend. Any tutorials for a 2015 - 2016 Subaru WRX / STI?? The 2ch system is a no Brainer. Very well detailed video and website. Hand Salute!
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
Actually the orientation of a fuse into a fuse slot is inconsequential as the fuse is just a link between two +power wires that enables the flow of voltage/amperage from the battery source to the load.
Thanks for the detailed video. From what I could see, it looks like you mounted the front camera's sticky pad in the center of the windshield. If so, the lens is now off center (is more to the left).
when you installed the fuse tap you stated that it does NOT matter for the orientation [@ 5:58]. You are incorrect, the orientation of installation does matter. you need to check the fuse socket for line and load position and install the fuse tap in the same orientation. So, once you pull the existing fuse, test the fuse holder for which terminal has +12 volts ( in your case, which lite up your test probe), then insert the Add-a-circuit tap with the load pigtail orientated opposite (away ) from the Line (hot, +12v) terminal.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
At counter 14:00 - You claim that "if what to film from 'inside' the car, we can simply ROTATE the cam." But when I told this to my installer, he says that (with proper orientation for outside veiwing), rotating the cam from viewing outside to the inside as YOU DEMONSTRATE in the video, would invert the source view and rocrd upside down. So which is it?
+ Clan Killas Gaming! Technically, you and your installer are correct: rotating the cam from viewing outside to the inside would invert the source view and record upside down. We're saying one quick solution would be to rotate the camera to record inside your vehicle. The recorded image will be upside down, but the image can easily be flipped the right way using the BlackVue playback software. Hope that helps!
Thanks for watching! The risk of inadvertently setting off an airbag while routing a cable near them is extremely low (it takes a *significant* impact event to trigger the airbag system in a vehicle). It wouldn't hurt to disconnect your vehicle battery before the installation process, for a bit of added insurance if you like.
The Dashcam Store Thanks for the reply it's very much appreciated. After watching your very well explained videos few times I decided to have a go at installing front and rear cameras on my Toyota truck, being very careful around the airbag areas, and managed without any problems and all wiring nicely out of sight. Many thanks once again for the great video. Keep up the great work.
Hello, very good video! I want to buy a dashcam with parking mode but when I remove the ignition there is no more current in the cigarette lighter. Suddenly the camera will discharge .. I did not understand why you do not connect to the fuses which have current even without the key on the ignition so that the dashcam is connected continuously .. thank you for your answer!
Great video, I am going to install a dr 750(instead of the 900 series because the 750 does better in the heat) on my Tahoe, same model also. The only minor problem I see is that when installing it this way you can no longer open the rear glass window while keeping the whole tailgate down. there is no slack in the wire to allow you to open the window or it will pull on the wire. But I hardly ever just open the rear glass anyways so not really a big deal. if you left some slack to allow the rear window to open separate from the tailgate it would not be a clean looking install as there would be a few inches of excess wire hanging down when the rear window is closed. I am correct here? I can't think of a solution to this problem. Again thank man for the diy video
Hello, thanks for watching the video! You're right that the cable to the rear camera can be an issue with opening the window and/or the tailgate. We actually developed a solution for this problem, please click here to check it out: www.thedashcamstore.com/custom-folded-bracket-for-secondary-dashcam-lenses/
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Great video, it took myself about a hour installing my DR900S-2CH after watching this, i was lucky that i had a constant fuse(engine off) and spare fuse for none constant. Cant point out how important the ground point is , the pro wont work if you do not find a good ground. One thing i am not fully sure off is the magic pro which i set to 12 v (¨...) how do i find out if i can set it to 12 volts. When measuring the voltage of on a constant , i get 12.5 approximately. Is there a way to measure if i can go down to 12v. Also my schematic in the pro manual differs from yours and i have settings 12v, 12.5v, 22,8v, 23,2v. and you have this 1:46
Hi Storm, thanks for watching and glad our video was helpful to you. In general the 12.0v setting on the Power Magic is just fine for most vehicles that are driven regularly. Regarding the voltage level differences, the Power Magic Pro has been revised since this video was filmed to have settings for 12.0 and 12.5 rather than 11.8 and 12.0v. Cheers.
Thanks for the tutorial, pretty clear and straight forward. I'm looking to install this same model on a 2013 Camaro. Is there any precautions I need to take for this specific car?
Wouldnt the mouting location of this rear camera cause the camera to yank right off when just the glass is opened? @The Dashcam Store did you end up moving the location or changing the wiring? This is why the defrosters use coiled cords. THANK YOU for the great video.
Hi Charlie, you're right. In this particular case the customer did not want to use their rear glass opening so the slack cable length was not an issue. We developed this solution for customers who would like to have a rear-facing camera with a rear glass opening like this Suburban: www.thedashcamstore.com/custom-metal-mounting-bracket-for-adhesive-dashcam-lenses/
The only thing I don’t like about doubling up fuses is you are drawing to many amps through the cable. To many amps could cause a fire if the cable isn’t able to handle that amount of amps.
Basically you uploaded the Royal flush of Dash-cam installation videos. can't wait to do it on my DR900s, but I wished you'd explain which fuse size to put on the top of the fuse tap, is it 5 amp for all cars ? Thanks so much
Thank you for the kind words! Much appreciated. For your question, the fuse for the dashcam (top slot of the fuse tap) should be very low rated (~2A-5A) since it's only function is to supply power to the dashcam and nothing else. The type of car does not matter for the amperage rating of the fuse that is used for the dashcam. Hope this makes sense.
@@Thedashcamstore thank you for the quick reply. I did everything like you showed, but my fusebox is close to the brake pedals, and made it impossible to use any grounding points, do you have any idea how to solve this ? Thanks so much.
I''m no auto electrical expert, but am pretty sure the orientation of the fuse tap IS important. The dash cam fuse will typically be smaller than the fuse being tapped into. Inserted with the incorrect orientation could result in virtually no protection for the dash cam, couldn't it?
I guess it matters which side the 5amp supplied fuse is on. I installed and none of the circuits I used worked after installing. The pmp worked, but my windows and whatever I used didn't.
I beg to differ with your statement at the 6:00 minute mark "doesn't matter the orientation". In fact you may have inadvertantly bypassed the 5A fuse to the Power Majic Pro and are relying solely on the usually higher amperage fuse from the original circuit. You really should identify the hot and load side of each fuse you're tapping to ensure the correct amperage fuse is supplying each circuit. In order for that to happen the tap must be oriented correctly.
Hey cruiser! Thanks for pointing this out. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is because there's actually still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. Hope that clarifies our statement!
Yes there is a fuse "after" the Power Majic Pro however this logic risks limited protection for the first device in the circuit. You may not consider protecting the entire circuit but most installers wouldn't chance a shortcut as you've described. Identifying the hot and load sides of a fuse is not difficult or particulary time consuming. It's hard to justify in my opinion. I hope you at least consider adding those steps in your next video to allow users to make an informed decision.
Thanks for your feedback, cruiser! You'll be happy to hear we're currently working on an updated installation video. We'll be sure to address this point in the new version!
There's something about the hot and cold side of the fuse slot he missed. If not lined up properly, there is a possibility of damage to the electrical.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
An excellent first class tutorial but I have just one question. If I were to disconnect the front camera & remove it, then put it back again a couple of hours later, would it cause any problems. Cheers,
Great video. received this product as a gift. If I want to have it record essentially24/7 do I leave the Power Magic Pro switch on all the time? If so, I should be able to bury the Power Magic Pro, no?
+TOM BARBERIO That's right, the Power Magic Pro will enable you to record at all times. We'd still recommend leaving the box accessible to the driver in some form or fashion (hidden in the glove box, perhaps) as you will want to turn the camera off at some point most likely.
Hi, thanks for the tuto ! Just a little problem for the black wire... I cannot find any place in my car (Audi A3 8V Sportback), I did the same as you, but it's not working and if I don't block the wire behind the screw, on top (sparks)... Should I just put the wire on the screw like the (I put on the fuse for the red and yellow wire) ? Thanks for your help
Hi GabeMoltes, thanks for watching. You may need to extend the black ground wire if there is not a good ground point within reach of the Power Magic Pro. Please remember it might be helpful to consult with a professional in your area, as seeing sparks is never a good thing when working with the vehicle electrical system!
Yes, I just contacted the BlackVue team for more infos... I'm actually waiting to change my tire (winter-> spring) and talk to my garagist to do it. I will be better IMO. Thanks for the tuto, at least, I did all the start of the manipulation, just this ground thing... I don't understand.
Very clear explanation on how to install this. I have a slight problem with mine though. After installing the power magic pro, there seems to be a constant power feed no matter if I turn the switch on or off, any help on why this is happening?
Hi Jordan, it sounds like you might have your switched power and constant power wires backwards (or possible both of them are connected to constant power). Good luck!
The Dashcam Store thanks for the reply. I’ve used a voltage tester to prove what’s dead and live, Yellow being my constant and red being the switched, I also had a good ground, could this be a faulty unit??
@@jordanator68 to clarify, the Power Magic will provide power to the camera anytime the engine is running, regardless of the position of the switch. The switch only controls operation when the engine is turned off.
The Dashcam Store the car was switched off while I tried this. The module light stays on even though I’ve switched it off at the switch. It’s just a constant power feed to the module even though I’ve tested over my connections and changed them to different ones a few times for testing purposes.
Hey Eric! Yep, in order to complete the circuit and have the PMP function properly, the ground wire has to be connected to a proper grounding point. Hope this helps!
+Chris Policastro Sorry if the video isn't clear, here are the recommended dip switch settings for most automobiles: thedashcamstore.com/product_images/uploaded_images/thedashcamstore.com-recommended-power-magic-switch-settings.jpg
I have a question the additional fuse that goes into the fuse tap does it matter the color and the number on the fuse? Or do I need to get one that matches with the one I pulled out of the fuse box to put in the fuse tap?
The fuse for the "new" circuit (for the dashcam) does not need to match the rating of the fuse from the fuse box. The new fuse you use for the dashcam should be very low amperage (i.e.
Hi James Martin, with a convertible you may be better off mounting the rear-facing cam in the front windshield (facing backwards of course), as shown in this example: www.thedashcamstore.com/blackvue-dr650s-2ch-ir-dashcam-and-power-magic-pro-nissan-gt-r/
The Dashcam Store That makes perfect sense. I was over thinking it and trying to figure out how to shape a bracket to mount off the area between the rear seats (2017 Camaro). There is enough room to position both near the rear view mirror. My only other challenge is the fuse box is under the hood.
Hey awesome video, I wish I was closer to you guys so that I could bring by my Silverado. I have a question I was hoping you could answer for me. I want to install this dash cam system and need it to run all the time. If I tell it to run even when it is off do you know if it will cause me problems with my battery? Even if the vehicle is off for several days?
+Jordan Robinson That's the beauty of the Power Magic Pro, it will watch your truck's battery voltage when the engine is off, and if it gets below 12 or 11.8v, it will turn the camera off so that your battery won't be dead when you return. A strong car battery will have no problem powering this system for several days without issue.
Will all of this including the power Magic Pro black box be able to be installed on a Swedish Version of an Opel Corsa 2011 year model? Great video by the way :D
Great video, but why why why does NO ONE in any video show how to pop off the hatchback rubber grommet? Mine seems pretty tight and I don't want to damage it. Anyone have a video I can watch on how to do this safely?
Unfortunately we don't have a video specific to the 2019 Accord, but the process is the same for just about any vehicle (except the rear lift gate area which of course your vehicle does not have, so your installation is even less complicated).
Hi John, You're right, the still image as shown is set to 6 hours but you would want to move them down for infinity. Thanks for watching and for pointing that out! Best regards, -The Dashcam Store Team
Can I just ask , can you have the Magic Pro constantly on so it can be hidden away within the actual fuse box? I have a slight OCD and would much prefer to have this away not shown
Of course! You can hide the control module (leaving the on/off switch in the on position), and it will function just fine that way. Thank you for watching!
Have y’all installed a a BlackVue Dash Cam in a Corvette C-7 2017 Grand Sport? I am looking for guidance as the fuse box is under the hood and I don’t want to have to drill through the firewall. Thanks! Curtis
Hi Curtis, we definitely have! The C7's also have a fuse box in the trunk area near the battery, so you can tie in to the fuse box there. We don't have pics from the fuse box, but here's what a BlackVue dashcam looks like installed in a C7: www.thedashcamstore.com/blackvue-dr650gw-2ch-dashcam-chevrolet-corvette-stingray/
Hi I know this was 6 yrs ago but every video I've seen on fuse taps that they have to go in a certain way, the left side of the tap is the hot 12 volts and must be put in the hot side of the fuse socket, please correct me if i am wrong but thats what ive seen on many videos, Thanks
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
I your video the fuse tap comes with a 5A fuse. Do i need this fuse or can i just use the fuse from the fuse box? Also regarding find a fuse that's on all the time and one that is on with the ignition can i just try different fuses as i dont have the kit to test the fuses?
+Prajat Gupta You will need to use the fuse that comes in the fuse tap since this is a new circuit that is only for the dashcam. The test light is a very inexpensive tool (less than 10 dollars) that we recommend, it will save a good bit of time rather than the trial-and-error approach!
Hey guys! For the constant and switched fuse - the fuses you took out had an amp slot of 15 amps. Why was another 5 more amps added to the fuse holder? Isnt the max that slot can hold only 15? And does both slots in the fuse holder have to be filled?
Benji Ewok, the fuse holder is "adding" a new circuit for the dashcam to the fuse box (without changing the original circuit in any way). The 5 amp fuse you see in the fuse holder is only for the dashcam, and the 15 amp fuse is still only used by the original circuit on the vehicle. Technically you can use an empty slot in the fuse box, so no, both slots don't need to be filled in order to add a new circuit for a dashcam.
Thanks for the response! Managed to get the Power Magic Pro to work perfectly. Great explanation on the vid too, made it very easy for me to understand :D Keep up the good work lads.
Sorry guys, just another question, what guage size are the wires (yellow, red, black) for the wire harness on the PMP? My cars fuse panel is located on the passengers side and I want to position the control module right underneath the steering wheel for easy access by adding more wire to the existing ones. Even with the fuse taps the wire still seems to be too short to wrap around to the drivers side.
The fuse that is taken from the fuse box and put in the fuse tap is strictly for the original circuit in the vehicle. The second fuse is for the "new" circuit that is being added and is only for the dashcam.
Jayro Ayala, it has been our experience that yes, the vast majority of vehicles have very similar door/window trim that can be temporarily taken down and then tapped back in to place as shown.
The problem of this tutorial is that the wire might block the driver's airbag. You have to w make sure that the wire goes behind the airbag. Otherwise the airbag won't be able to pop out completely.
Is the supplied fuse included in the fuse tap 5 amp? Is this safe for the PM Pro? Can you confirm as the PM Pro guide appears to suggest 2 amp as a maximum?
+jetvlog Depending on the type of fuse tap, the rating of the fuse we include will be either 2, 3, or 5 amps. The rating of this fuse is not significant since the BlackVue in-line fuse (in the power cord) is still retained when the Power Magic Pro is used. So yes, these fuse taps, even with 5amp fuses, are completely safe to use with the BlackVue system!
Hi, I am driving a Dodge Charger SRT and the two fuse boxes are in the hood and in the trunk. Where would you recommend to put the Power Magic Pro so that it is close to one of them? Also what would I have to do for the cable management?
+joseaxe You definitely want to use the trunk fuse box since the Power Magic Pro box isn't designed to be waterproof. With the length of the camera power cord and the Power Magic Pro wire harness, you shouldn't have any problems routing the cable to the front windshield. We'd recommend doing just like the video, route the cables along the headliner, but you'd need to pass them through from the trunk area to the cabin first.
+The Dashcam Store You say to put the control module itself in the trunk as well? or that the cables are long enough to route it all the way from the trunk to under the driver seat so that it is easily accessible?
+joseaxe Placing the control module in the trunk would be the most simple solution. If having the control module in the trunk is not ideal for you, you can always use a bit of 22 or 24awg wire to extend the wire harness such that you can place the control module closer to the driver.
good evening brother. so my question is: I do have empty slots in my car fuse panel. so i should pick 2 slots and they should be hot and cold or both hot ? or i pick the 2 slots which goes on when i start the engine?
You can add a separate 1-channel camera, or use a 3-channel system such as this one: www.thedashcamstore.com/vantrue-n4-3-channel-dash-cam-for-front-inside-and-rear-recording/
question ! I used multimeter to find a constant power fuse and a off then on by engine on. however, voltage check shows all my fuses are constant. Do I need different way to check ?
You may need to check a different fuse box in your vehicle! Your owner's manual should have some more information regarding that. Have you checked out our video about finding switched fuses? ruclips.net/video/nINz6mKvOf0/видео.html
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Overall you have a great video and very well said. But you do need to correct yourself when it comes to the orientation of the Add-A-Fuse taps. It most definitely matters on which way you place the tap in the fuse box. Without adding all the technical terminology "Line", "Load", "Hot", "Cold", Etc... Their is a directional current flow that takes place. Depending on which pin carries the 12+ on your particular fuse panel will determine which way the tap is inserted. You would need to check this using your multimeter or test light on the fuse panel and see which pin is providing the 12+. If you grab your Add-A-Fuse tap and position it so that your looking at the wire pointing to the right and the pins facing down, the Left pin is your 12+ pin. That pin will be inserted into the fuse panel that you indicated as having 12+ reading. As for the fuse themselves, it does not matter what direction they are inserted into the Add-A-Fuse tap. Hope that helps those that were asking.
Thank you for explaining the fuse box hardwiring. That was extremely helpful. Dont know why everyone else always skips that part.
What an excellent, clear and concise explanation of how to install all components. Well spoken and perfectly videoed. I couldn't have done it better myself 😊- well done.
Thank you Bob!
Bob Brownridge. YUP....awesome and clear explanation
I have taught high school science for 37 years and this is one of the best and clearest tutorials (for something which is foreign to me) I have seen. Well done! A great tutorial. I might have to have a go at installing my Blackvue 650S, myself, after seeing this. I live in Australia so you're unlikely to see me in your store (unfortunately).
Trust me I've seen all the videos for this dash cam installation in this one is the best one detailed thank you.
All good if you don't plan on needing the A pillar air bag deploying uninhibited by a wire. Other than that, good stuff.
Brilliant! You did a great job! We can see what you're woking on, you explain clearly, and you install it right! (There are some scary-bad guides on RUclips.)
Great detailed.explanations. Wonderful camera work. You sir, are the man to do all install videos. Great job! The only thing I can add is show all components in a wide view, after complete installation. Also, show the view of the cameras working after install. Again, great video.👍
After watching this. Makes things so much clearer 😊. Thanks
Was looking for an review but ended up watching the full tutorial. Even with experience in the automotive industry I found the video very appealing and informative. Even though it was not an review, I got to see the camera, switch box and cables so I have an idea how I will do it in my car.
Very good, thumbs up and subbed!
Thank you Jan Erik! Much appreciated.
Jan Erik Bakstad full agree, one the best
The rear camera needs to have more slack if the rear window opens separate from the hatch. Otherwise, the cable connection gets destroyed when it is open. Make sure to test this if you have an opening window. (Voice of experience.) Great tutorial!
Excellent bit of advice, thank you for that!
Well done, and thanks for sharing with us.
Awesome job in your explanation 5 stars buddy
i just got a BlackVue and have a 16 Tahoe (pretty much the same thing as a 15 Suburban). great video!
Japanese. I am watching from Japan😃
wow this an excellent tutorial. i have no knowledge at anything electrical but this will really help me a lot when i buy a 2 channel dashcam. thanks a lot.
Thank you for watching, and for the kind words, we appreciate that!
Absolutely the very BEST video on this subject. I have wondered what fuse to use in the addon circuit. I can see by this you used 5 amp. I am installing the BlackVue 750. Thanks!
Hi John! You want to use a small fuse for the dashcam: 2, 3 or 5A. The actual power draw of the BlackVue system is less than 0.5A.
there are orientation for the fuse.
thanks for the video this made it much easier
you should point out that fuse taping is only safe for very low amperage devices such as dashcams , if you use a fuse tap for high amperage demand you can damage the cars electrical system. for high amperage devices you need to isolate the circuit with a relay and get power directly from the battery, and use the fuse tap to trigger the relay .
Hi Rafa, thank you for sharing that information. Considering the context of the video, we only suggest using the fuse taps with dashcams.
What an excellent and well talked through video, thanks for this :)
Thank you Osmo B!
Simple and clear explanation !!!! 👍
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Sama sama!
The orientation of the Fuse tap is important!... Looks like you got both fuse-taps the wrong way around - however - which way the fuse goes around doesn't matter.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
Thank you from Saudi Arabia. I have the same car you are working on but no one in my city finds a solution for wiring a dash cam. The best one of them told me I will wire your dash cam to the battery which I don't want because I want the camera turns on when the engine is on and turned off when the engine is off. However, I showed him your video and within an hour he finished wiring.
We're so glad to hear feedback like this. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this comment! Be safe out there.
It's important to say it actually matters which orientation to plug in the fuse taps. If the fuse tap blade is plugged in the wrong side it'll bypass the fuse and it will have constant power leavening you without protection incase of a short or overload.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
The Dashcam Store ah. Thank you.
A very detailed video. Absolutely amazing 👌
Thank you Farhad!
Excellent tutorial! Doing research and thinking about getting this model from you guys next weekend.
Any tutorials for a 2015 - 2016 Subaru WRX / STI??
The 2ch system is a no Brainer. Very well detailed video and website.
Hand Salute!
I think it matters which way you insert a fuse tap in fuse slot.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
Actually the orientation of a fuse into a fuse slot is inconsequential as the fuse is just a link between two +power wires that enables the flow of voltage/amperage from the battery source to the load.
Great video, well done .
Thanks for the detailed video. From what I could see, it looks like you mounted the front camera's sticky pad in the center of the windshield. If so, the lens is now off center (is more to the left).
very nice instalation well done
Very well explained I just ordered because you made it seem easy and I'm a female.
Thank you, Rena. Give us a shout if you run into any issues
@@Thedashcamstore just installed my dash cam today all by myself easy peasy thanks again.
great presentation 5 stars !
Very clear instruction. Thank you!
+Nguyen Man You're welcome! Thanks for watching :)
Great educational video
Can you make a video of removing hatchback door trim?
when you installed the fuse tap you stated that it does NOT matter for the orientation [@ 5:58]. You are incorrect, the orientation of installation does matter. you need to check the fuse socket for line and load position and install the fuse tap in the same orientation. So, once you pull the existing fuse, test the fuse holder for which terminal has +12 volts ( in your case, which lite up your test probe), then insert the Add-a-circuit tap with the load pigtail orientated opposite (away ) from the Line (hot, +12v) terminal.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
At counter 14:00 - You claim that "if what to film from 'inside' the car, we can simply ROTATE the cam." But when I told this to my installer, he says that (with proper orientation for outside veiwing), rotating the cam from viewing outside to the inside as YOU DEMONSTRATE in the video, would invert the source view and rocrd upside down. So which is it?
+ Clan Killas Gaming! Technically, you and your installer are correct: rotating the cam from viewing outside to the inside would invert the source view and record upside down. We're saying one quick solution would be to rotate the camera to record inside your vehicle. The recorded image will be upside down, but the image can easily be flipped the right way using the BlackVue playback software. Hope that helps!
Super video sir, you explain it with details, VRAIMENT MERCI BEAUCOUP !!! From Paris
+TAMIL BMW de rien! Glad we could help!
nice video good explanation thanks
Very well explained video. Is there any worry with the airbags going off when working the cable around them? Thank you.
Thanks for watching! The risk of inadvertently setting off an airbag while routing a cable near them is extremely low (it takes a *significant* impact event to trigger the airbag system in a vehicle). It wouldn't hurt to disconnect your vehicle battery before the installation process, for a bit of added insurance if you like.
The Dashcam Store
Thanks for the reply it's very much appreciated. After watching your very well explained videos few times I decided to have a go at installing front and rear cameras on my Toyota truck, being very careful around the airbag areas, and managed without any problems and all wiring nicely out of sight. Many thanks once again for the great video. Keep up the great work.
Glad you were able to get it all done! We appreciate the feedback!
Hello, very good video! I want to buy a dashcam with parking mode but when I remove the ignition there is no more current in the cigarette lighter. Suddenly the camera will discharge .. I did not understand why you do not connect to the fuses which have current even without the key on the ignition so that the dashcam is connected continuously .. thank you for your answer!
Hi Eldin, in the video we demonstrate connecting to fuses that have current when the key is off, as you suggested.
@@Thedashcamstore thank you so much
Thank you very much! Great job.
Great video, I am going to install a dr 750(instead of the 900 series because the 750 does better in the heat) on my Tahoe, same model also. The only minor problem I see is that when installing it this way you can no longer open the rear glass window while keeping the whole tailgate down. there is no slack in the wire to allow you to open the window or it will pull on the wire. But I hardly ever just open the rear glass anyways so not really a big deal. if you left some slack to allow the rear window to open separate from the tailgate it would not be a clean looking install as there would be a few inches of excess wire hanging down when the rear window is closed. I am correct here? I can't think of a solution to this problem. Again thank man for the diy video
Hello, thanks for watching the video! You're right that the cable to the rear camera can be an issue with opening the window and/or the tailgate. We actually developed a solution for this problem, please click here to check it out: www.thedashcamstore.com/custom-folded-bracket-for-secondary-dashcam-lenses/
@@Thedashcamstore Thank you, just bought them, works great!
You the man Drew
Thank you Demetri! Thanks for watching and we hope this was helpful!
Hello
can you send me a link to buy the probe you have for testing the fuses please ?
www.thedashcamstore.com/automotive-test-light-simple-12-24v-dc-circuit-tester/
I am In the UK 🇬🇧
OK no reply, so here is a link to buy similar in the UK from Amazon for about 15 quid to all those who might be interested.
Electrical Wire Circuit Tester, Auto 6V 12V 24V DC Car Truck Voltage Circuit Tester Car Test Voltage Long Probe Pen Light Bulb for Low Voltage Systems www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07PGVPZ4J/ref=cm_sw_r_apanp_RDk4DG5ZqGqaq
Great demo
+Troy D Thank you!
I could've sworn he took out the wrong fuse 😂😂😂
yes he did checked ones near pink fuses the he place them in others strange
Great job dud
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Great video, it took myself about a hour installing my DR900S-2CH after watching this, i was lucky that i had a constant fuse(engine off) and spare fuse for none constant.
Cant point out how important the ground point is , the pro wont work if you do not find a good ground.
One thing i am not fully sure off is the magic pro which i set to 12 v (¨...) how do i find out if i can set it to 12 volts.
When measuring the voltage of on a constant , i get 12.5 approximately.
Is there a way to measure if i can go down to 12v.
Also my schematic in the pro manual differs from yours and i have settings 12v, 12.5v, 22,8v, 23,2v. and you have this 1:46
Hi Storm, thanks for watching and glad our video was helpful to you. In general the 12.0v setting on the Power Magic is just fine for most vehicles that are driven regularly. Regarding the voltage level differences, the Power Magic Pro has been revised since this video was filmed to have settings for 12.0 and 12.5 rather than 11.8 and 12.0v. Cheers.
Thanks for the tutorial, pretty clear and straight forward. I'm looking to install this same model on a 2013 Camaro. Is there any precautions I need to take for this specific car?
Wouldnt the mouting location of this rear camera cause the camera to yank right off when just the glass is opened? @The Dashcam Store did you end up moving the location or changing the wiring? This is why the defrosters use coiled cords. THANK YOU for the great video.
Hi Charlie, you're right. In this particular case the customer did not want to use their rear glass opening so the slack cable length was not an issue. We developed this solution for customers who would like to have a rear-facing camera with a rear glass opening like this Suburban: www.thedashcamstore.com/custom-metal-mounting-bracket-for-adhesive-dashcam-lenses/
The only thing I don’t like about doubling up fuses is you are drawing to many amps through the cable. To many amps could cause a fire if the cable isn’t able to handle that amount of amps.
Basically you uploaded the Royal flush of Dash-cam installation videos. can't wait to do it on my DR900s, but I wished you'd explain which fuse size to put on the top of the fuse tap, is it 5 amp for all cars ? Thanks so much
Thank you for the kind words! Much appreciated. For your question, the fuse for the dashcam (top slot of the fuse tap) should be very low rated (~2A-5A) since it's only function is to supply power to the dashcam and nothing else. The type of car does not matter for the amperage rating of the fuse that is used for the dashcam. Hope this makes sense.
@@Thedashcamstore thank you for the quick reply. I did everything like you showed, but my fusebox is close to the brake pedals, and made it impossible to use any grounding points, do you have any idea how to solve this ? Thanks so much.
@@DeusEx.Machina you may need to extend your ground wire using a bit of extra 18AWG or larger wire.
Great video thanks !
Thank you Mesopo! Glad you enjoyed.
Skipped the ground wire connection?...but other than that Job Well Done! 👍🏻👌🏼
Skip to 06:17 - Explaining ground wire location
I''m no auto electrical expert, but am pretty sure the orientation of the fuse tap IS important. The dash cam fuse will typically be smaller than the fuse being tapped into. Inserted with the incorrect orientation could result in virtually no protection for the dash cam, couldn't it?
I guess it matters which side the 5amp supplied fuse is on. I installed and none of the circuits I used worked after installing. The pmp worked, but my windows and whatever I used didn't.
You definitely want to keep the 2 fuses in their correct respective locations, as per the included instructional diagram. Thank you for the feedback!
@@Thedashcamstore yes sir, that did it. I didn't pay attention the first time. 🤣 After a couple blown fuses I figure it out . LoL.
I beg to differ with your statement at the 6:00 minute mark "doesn't matter the orientation". In fact you may have inadvertantly bypassed the 5A fuse to the Power Majic Pro and are relying solely on the usually higher amperage fuse from the original circuit. You really should identify the hot and load side of each fuse you're tapping to ensure the correct amperage fuse is supplying each circuit. In order for that to happen the tap must be oriented correctly.
Hey cruiser! Thanks for pointing this out. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is because there's actually still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. Hope that clarifies our statement!
Yes there is a fuse "after" the Power Majic Pro however this logic risks limited protection for the first device in the circuit. You may not consider protecting the entire circuit but most installers wouldn't chance a shortcut as you've described. Identifying the hot and load sides of a fuse is not difficult or particulary time consuming. It's hard to justify in my opinion. I hope you at least consider adding those steps in your next video to allow users to make an informed decision.
Thanks for your feedback, cruiser! You'll be happy to hear we're currently working on an updated installation video. We'll be sure to address this point in the new version!
There's something about the hot and cold side of the fuse slot he missed. If not lined up properly, there is a possibility of damage to the electrical.
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
@@Thedashcamstore Yes it does. Thank you!
my power magic pro didn't come with the fuse tap .. hope i bought the right one on Amazon
Nice video and clear explanation I could install mine by my self on my 200 Lc and not paying 250$ to Electritian 😂
An excellent first class tutorial but I have just one question. If I were to disconnect the front camera & remove it, then put it back again a couple of hours later, would it cause any problems.
Cheers,
Nope - all within normal operation of the cam. The dashcam will do a thorough boot and run through the config to ensure all is well.
Great video. received this product as a gift. If I want to have it record essentially24/7 do I leave the Power Magic Pro switch on all the time? If so, I should be able to bury the Power Magic Pro, no?
+TOM BARBERIO That's right, the Power Magic Pro will enable you to record at all times. We'd still recommend leaving the box accessible to the driver in some form or fashion (hidden in the glove box, perhaps) as you will want to turn the camera off at some point most likely.
Hi, thanks for the tuto ! Just a little problem for the black wire... I cannot find any place in my car (Audi A3 8V Sportback), I did the same as you, but it's not working and if I don't block the wire behind the screw, on top (sparks)...
Should I just put the wire on the screw like the (I put on the fuse for the red and yellow wire) ?
Thanks for your help
Hi GabeMoltes, thanks for watching. You may need to extend the black ground wire if there is not a good ground point within reach of the Power Magic Pro. Please remember it might be helpful to consult with a professional in your area, as seeing sparks is never a good thing when working with the vehicle electrical system!
Yes, I just contacted the BlackVue team for more infos...
I'm actually waiting to change my tire (winter-> spring) and talk to my garagist to do it. I will be better IMO.
Thanks for the tuto, at least, I did all the start of the manipulation, just this ground thing... I don't understand.
Was the timer set at 12v and 6 hours cut off?
Very clear explanation on how to install this. I have a slight problem with mine though. After installing the power magic pro, there seems to be a constant power feed no matter if I turn the switch on or off, any help on why this is happening?
Hi Jordan, it sounds like you might have your switched power and constant power wires backwards (or possible both of them are connected to constant power). Good luck!
The Dashcam Store thanks for the reply. I’ve used a voltage tester to prove what’s dead and live, Yellow being my constant and red being the switched, I also had a good ground, could this be a faulty unit??
@@jordanator68 to clarify, the Power Magic will provide power to the camera anytime the engine is running, regardless of the position of the switch. The switch only controls operation when the engine is turned off.
The Dashcam Store the car was switched off while I tried this. The module light stays on even though I’ve switched it off at the switch. It’s just a constant power feed to the module even though I’ve tested over my connections and changed them to different ones a few times for testing purposes.
Does the ground wire need to be utilized for the PMP to turn on?
Hey Eric! Yep, in order to complete the circuit and have the PMP function properly, the ground wire has to be connected to a proper grounding point. Hope this helps!
The switch settings you show seem to be 12v and 6 hours, not infinity? Please advise.
+Chris Policastro Sorry if the video isn't clear, here are the recommended dip switch settings for most automobiles: thedashcamstore.com/product_images/uploaded_images/thedashcamstore.com-recommended-power-magic-switch-settings.jpg
I have a question the additional fuse that goes into the fuse tap does it matter the color and the number on the fuse? Or do I need to get one that matches with the one I pulled out of the fuse box to put in the fuse tap?
The fuse for the "new" circuit (for the dashcam) does not need to match the rating of the fuse from the fuse box. The new fuse you use for the dashcam should be very low amperage (i.e.
@@Thedashcamstore thank you for the reply I thought that information was crucial.
I have a 2022 Ford Explorer and none of the fuses listed indicates “ACC” nor “switch”….
Very informative. Do you have any advice for where and how to install the rear camera in a convertible?
Hi James Martin, with a convertible you may be better off mounting the rear-facing cam in the front windshield (facing backwards of course), as shown in this example: www.thedashcamstore.com/blackvue-dr650s-2ch-ir-dashcam-and-power-magic-pro-nissan-gt-r/
The Dashcam Store That makes perfect sense. I was over thinking it and trying to figure out how to shape a bracket to mount off the area between the rear seats (2017 Camaro). There is enough room to position both near the rear view mirror. My only other challenge is the fuse box is under the hood.
Hey awesome video, I wish I was closer to you guys so that I could bring by my Silverado. I have a question I was hoping you could answer for me. I want to install this dash cam system and need it to run all the time. If I tell it to run even when it is off do you know if it will cause me problems with my battery? Even if the vehicle is off for several days?
+Jordan Robinson That's the beauty of the Power Magic Pro, it will watch your truck's battery voltage when the engine is off, and if it gets below 12 or 11.8v, it will turn the camera off so that your battery won't be dead when you return. A strong car battery will have no problem powering this system for several days without issue.
Will all of this including the power Magic Pro black box be able to be installed on a Swedish Version of an Opel Corsa 2011 year model?
Great video by the way :D
+TheGTAVIIMaster/ Alingsås Dashcam Hello! There should not be any reason why this system could not be installed in an Opel Corsa. Thank you!
Great video, but why why why does NO ONE in any video show how to pop off the hatchback rubber grommet? Mine seems pretty tight and I don't want to damage it. Anyone have a video I can watch on how to do this safely?
ruclips.net/video/S8jMXMHeSoE/видео.html
Can you reduce the length of the cord coming from the back camera, to the front?
That helps alot but what about to instal the same camera into a 2019 accord?
Unfortunately we don't have a video specific to the 2019 Accord, but the process is the same for just about any vehicle (except the rear lift gate area which of course your vehicle does not have, so your installation is even less complicated).
Nice video! I have a question that the way you set 3,4,5 seems like for 6 minute timer. Shouldn't those be pulled downwards for infinity.
Hi John,
You're right, the still image as shown is set to 6 hours but you would want to move them down for infinity. Thanks for watching and for pointing that out!
Best regards,
-The Dashcam Store Team
Lol I feel confident now.
Drew it looked like the back cam was mounted too high. the lens was facing the black on the glass. ?
I thought so too at first, but if you look again what you are seeing in the top lid spoiler through the glass which is causing it look black
Can you make videos for f 150 2018
Can I just ask , can you have the Magic Pro constantly on so it can be hidden away within the actual fuse box? I have a slight OCD and would much prefer to have this away not shown
Of course! You can hide the control module (leaving the on/off switch in the on position), and it will function just fine that way. Thank you for watching!
Have y’all installed a a BlackVue Dash Cam in a Corvette C-7 2017 Grand Sport? I am looking for guidance as the fuse box is under the hood and I don’t want to have to drill through the firewall. Thanks! Curtis
Hi Curtis, we definitely have! The C7's also have a fuse box in the trunk area near the battery, so you can tie in to the fuse box there. We don't have pics from the fuse box, but here's what a BlackVue dashcam looks like installed in a C7: www.thedashcamstore.com/blackvue-dr650gw-2ch-dashcam-chevrolet-corvette-stingray/
The Dashcam Store thanks for the pics. I was not aware of the second fuse box in the rear of a Corvette C-7.
@@curtisfish7984 glad we could help. Cheers.
Hi I know this was 6 yrs ago but every video I've seen on fuse taps that they have to go in a certain way, the left side of the tap is the hot 12 volts and must be put in the hot side of the fuse socket, please correct me if i am wrong but thats what ive seen on many videos,
Thanks
Hi there! In the traditional sense, yes, the fuse taps do have a 'correct' orientation. The reason we stated the orientation is not important in this sense is due to the fact that there is still an in-line fuse in the BlackVue power cable that is between the camera and the fuse tap. Therefore, the secondary fuse tap fuse is actually redundant. We hope that clarifies our statement.
Can you turn the front camera all the way around in the event you get pulled over and want to record the inside of the vehicle?
+leechSucka Yes, the front (and rear) camera body can be rotated to face inward should the need arise!
I your video the fuse tap comes with a 5A fuse. Do i need this fuse or can i just use the fuse from the fuse box? Also regarding find a fuse that's on all the time and one that is on with the ignition can i just try different fuses as i dont have the kit to test the fuses?
+Prajat Gupta You will need to use the fuse that comes in the fuse tap since this is a new circuit that is only for the dashcam. The test light is a very inexpensive tool (less than 10 dollars) that we recommend, it will save a good bit of time rather than the trial-and-error approach!
Is this safe to use on different amp fuses in one or should be the same Amp? Thanks
At 1:54, don't you actually have it set to 12v and 6hrs instead of 12v and infinity time?
That's correct, but we do recommend 12v/infinity in most cases. Thanks for watching!
Hey guys! For the constant and switched fuse - the fuses you took out had an amp slot of 15 amps. Why was another 5 more amps added to the fuse holder? Isnt the max that slot can hold only 15? And does both slots in the fuse holder have to be filled?
Benji Ewok, the fuse holder is "adding" a new circuit for the dashcam to the fuse box (without changing the original circuit in any way). The 5 amp fuse you see in the fuse holder is only for the dashcam, and the 15 amp fuse is still only used by the original circuit on the vehicle. Technically you can use an empty slot in the fuse box, so no, both slots don't need to be filled in order to add a new circuit for a dashcam.
Thanks for the response! Managed to get the Power Magic Pro to work perfectly. Great explanation on the vid too, made it very easy for me to understand :D Keep up the good work lads.
Thank you Benji!
Sorry guys, just another question, what guage size are the wires (yellow, red, black) for the wire harness on the PMP? My cars fuse panel is located on the passengers side and I want to position the control module right underneath the steering wheel for easy access by adding more wire to the existing ones. Even with the fuse taps the wire still seems to be too short to wrap around to the drivers side.
The PMP wires are 22AWG, so 18, 20, or 22AWG should work to extend your wires.
Why do you put two fuses in the fuse tap slots? Aren't you supposed to just use the fuse that you take out from the car's fuse box?
The fuse that is taken from the fuse box and put in the fuse tap is strictly for the original circuit in the vehicle. The second fuse is for the "new" circuit that is being added and is only for the dashcam.
does the weather molding come out and go back in that easily in most cars?
Jayro Ayala, it has been our experience that yes, the vast majority of vehicles have very similar door/window trim that can be temporarily taken down and then tapped back in to place as shown.
The problem of this tutorial is that the wire might block the driver's airbag. You have to w make sure that the wire goes behind the airbag. Otherwise the airbag won't be able to pop out completely.
Is the supplied fuse included in the fuse tap 5 amp? Is this safe for the PM Pro?
Can you confirm as the PM Pro guide appears to suggest 2 amp as a maximum?
+jetvlog Depending on the type of fuse tap, the rating of the fuse we include will be either 2, 3, or 5 amps. The rating of this fuse is not significant since the BlackVue in-line fuse (in the power cord) is still retained when the Power Magic Pro is used. So yes, these fuse taps, even with 5amp fuses, are completely safe to use with the BlackVue system!
@@Thedashcamstore What about with 10 or 15 amp fuses? Still redundant yes? :)
Hi, I am driving a Dodge Charger SRT and the two fuse boxes are in the hood and in the trunk. Where would you recommend to put the Power Magic Pro so that it is close to one of them? Also what would I have to do for the cable management?
+joseaxe You definitely want to use the trunk fuse box since the Power Magic Pro box isn't designed to be waterproof. With the length of the camera power cord and the Power Magic Pro wire harness, you shouldn't have any problems routing the cable to the front windshield. We'd recommend doing just like the video, route the cables along the headliner, but you'd need to pass them through from the trunk area to the cabin first.
+The Dashcam Store You say to put the control module itself in the trunk as well? or that the cables are long enough to route it all the way from the trunk to under the driver seat so that it is easily accessible?
+joseaxe Placing the control module in the trunk would be the most simple solution. If having the control module in the trunk is not ideal for you, you can always use a bit of 22 or 24awg wire to extend the wire harness such that you can place the control module closer to the driver.
Question.
Why you have 5 amp in the fuse a tab and tab into a 15 amp, shouldn't both be 15 amps in the fuse a tab ?
The fuse tap is "adding" a new, independent circuit to the fuse box, therefore the fuse rating does not need to be identical.
Will adding these fuse to my existing fuses damage my electrical in my 2016 Altima?
No, they will not damage your vehicle.
good evening brother.
so my question is: I do have empty slots in my car fuse panel. so i should pick 2 slots and they should be hot and cold or both hot ? or i pick the 2 slots which goes on when i start the engine?
Good evening! You need one fuse slot that is hot all the time and one that is switched (hot when the engine is started). Good luck!
What about adding a 3rd camera?
You can add a separate 1-channel camera, or use a 3-channel system such as this one: www.thedashcamstore.com/vantrue-n4-3-channel-dash-cam-for-front-inside-and-rear-recording/
question ! I used multimeter to find a constant power fuse and a off then on by engine on. however, voltage check shows all my fuses are constant. Do I need different way to check ?
You may need to check a different fuse box in your vehicle! Your owner's manual should have some more information regarding that. Have you checked out our video about finding switched fuses? ruclips.net/video/nINz6mKvOf0/видео.html