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Thanks for the useful info J, I never thought to check it wan't a permanent live as it was working without the ignition being on. Will have to check some of the footage which should back up your comments. Cheers
J-ajvc3 said:
Hi Garreth,
In the BMW, the fuse you have tapped into will power down after 30 minutes - so initially when testing, it will look live, but if you were to return to your car after 30 minutes, I suspect you would find your camera off. The reason the screen is coming back on when you unlock the vehicle is that certain fuses come alive as soon as the vehicle is unlocked, and your fuse is one of them. In simple terms, your dash camera is receiving power when you unlock your vehicle, thus the screen is coming on, which indicates the camera was not on prior to unlock.
Best way to test a fuse box in any BMW within the last 5 years is to open up the doors you require (passengers door and boot possibly), trip the lock (flat head screwdriver into the lock mechanism), move your key out of range (put it inside the house for example) and then make a note of the live fuses (usually complete rows). Come back to your vehicle after 30 minutes, and see which fuses are still live, these are the fuses which are REAL lives. If you compare to your list, you will note now that a whole bunch of what seemed Live, is now dead.
Use the fuse diagram provided to mark what was initially Live, against what stayed live after the 30 minute shut off.
Hope this helps.
Thanks, J
In the BMW, the fuse you have tapped into will power down after 30 minutes - so initially when testing, it will look live, but if you were to return to your car after 30 minutes, I suspect you would find your camera off. The reason the screen is coming back on when you unlock the vehicle is that certain fuses come alive as soon as the vehicle is unlocked, and your fuse is one of them. In simple terms, your dash camera is receiving power when you unlock your vehicle, thus the screen is coming on, which indicates the camera was not on prior to unlock.
Best way to test a fuse box in any BMW within the last 5 years is to open up the doors you require (passengers door and boot possibly), trip the lock (flat head screwdriver into the lock mechanism), move your key out of range (put it inside the house for example) and then make a note of the live fuses (usually complete rows). Come back to your vehicle after 30 minutes, and see which fuses are still live, these are the fuses which are REAL lives. If you compare to your list, you will note now that a whole bunch of what seemed Live, is now dead.
Use the fuse diagram provided to mark what was initially Live, against what stayed live after the 30 minute shut off.
Hope this helps.
Thanks, J
Edited by J-ajvc3 on Friday 10th November 10:12
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Edited by J-ajvc3 on Friday 10th November 10:15
AstonZagato said:
I have an installer recommending the Goluk T1 for an installation on a Tesla. Anyone here that has experience with the brand. Nothing that I could find on Techmoan.
Wasn't Tesla planning to add dashcam functionality via a software upgrade?Or have you considered one of these? https://www.amazon.co.uk/IRO-Dashcam-Tesla-Model-A...
Bungleaio said:
kryten22uk said:
I decided that the A119 recommended in the above website looks just right.
I have one of them, does exactly what it should.https://www.amazon.co.uk/VIOFO-A119S-Version-Capac...
It's been around for a while now. Have other, better cameras come along to replace it these days?
gmaz said:
AstonZagato said:
I have an installer recommending the Goluk T1 for an installation on a Tesla. Anyone here that has experience with the brand. Nothing that I could find on Techmoan.
Wasn't Tesla planning to add dashcam functionality via a software upgrade?Or have you considered one of these? https://www.amazon.co.uk/IRO-Dashcam-Tesla-Model-A...
Might still go this route as it really does make life simple.
Good things:
- It is simplicity itself to install - I think even I could do that.
- The install looks like OE.
- The review I watched didn't rate the video quality (acceptable but not up to current standards)
- The power is only there when the car is on. One of the advantages of the Tesla is that one can have the camera permanently powered as it would take a couple of years to drain the battery. This camera can't take advantage of it.
- Front facing only (I was thinking about getting front and back done). I could get something else for the rear facing job - but then that would need a professional install and I might as well then get a better camera put in the front.
AstonZagato said:
Yes, I looked at those (there are a couple of brands - I suspect all the same Far Eastern manufacturer with a bunch of different brand names).
Might still go this route as it really does make life simple.
Good things:
Hi there,Might still go this route as it really does make life simple.
Good things:
- It is simplicity itself to install - I think even I could do that.
- The install looks like OE.
- The review I watched didn't rate the video quality (acceptable but not up to current standards)
- The power is only there when the car is on. One of the advantages of the Tesla is that one can have the camera permanently powered as it would take a couple of years to drain the battery. This camera can't take advantage of it.
- Front facing only (I was thinking about getting front and back done). I could get something else for the rear facing job - but then that would need a professional install and I might as well then get a better camera put in the front.
To clarify some of your points, the Goluk brand isn't a merger with any other company than it's own. They are independent of the usual tarnish you see from these places and are linked heavily with big brands such as Ambarella, of the largest suppliers of HD and UHD video processing chips, and have just recently started a relationship with TomTom for integrated telematics. As you can imagine, big companies like this would not be working with Goluk if they weren't a reputable and established brand.
In any vehicle, you have the option to wire cameras on ignition (camera comes on/off with the car) or on a permanent Live, where the cameras stay on and record 24/7. When you go with the latter option, you usually have to purchase a battery monitor device to prevent the cameras draining your battery should you not drive it for a few days.
"The power is only there when the car is on"- This comment is incorrect. The power is there whenever you want, it's all down to how you wire it. With a Tesla however, you don't require the above mentioned battery saver device, due to the DC to DC battery. In these vehicles, you have a 12V battery to run all smaller ancillary equipment off, such as interior lights etc. The bigger power pack charges this. This means you can permanently wire the cameras to stay on all the time to the interior 12V battery via the fusebox, and record based on motion when parked up.
The Goluk's can be used Front & Rear facing, see pictures below of an install we done last week.
Any questions, don't hesitate to drop me a line on info@dash-camman.co.uk, I can answer relatively quickly.
Thanks, J
I was talking about the amazon linked one not the goluk one. The Amazon link is to a camera that merely requires one to unclip some trim behind the mirror and clip the camera in its place. There is a connector under the panel and one simply unclips that, clips it into the dash cam to give it power. However that power is switched to the ignition.
What are peoples experience of the Nextbase app? I just got the 312GW last week and installed it last night. I tried out the app and I couldn't get passed the connecting screen as if it was taking an age to connect to the cam (yes the wifi was on). The reviews of the app aren't exactly good either, considering it was one of the main features it seems really lacklustre,
AstonZagato said:
I was talking about the amazon linked one not the goluk one. The Amazon link is to a camera that merely requires one to unclip some trim behind the mirror and clip the camera in its place. There is a connector under the panel and one simply unclips that, clips it into the dash cam to give it power. However that power is switched to the ignition.
Ah yes, I've seen the camera in your link. Agree it does look OEM, but so does the T2's in my pictures above with the way we have mounted it, especially the front. I would most definitely recommend that any camera you purchase, Goluk or otherwise, has parking security mode and is wired to a Live. It's such a convenient feature these days, to be able to catch the constant flow of bad drivers who can't park and kindly leave parking bumps & dings on your vehicle. Hi all,
Looking for a recommendation on a new dash cam.
I don't have a set budget, but i would like the best camera for day/night footage (especially the latter, given it's dark all the time right now). Best being clarity, high fps, long battery life.
Initially i was thinking of just sticking my GoPro4 Hero Silver on the dash, this worked well for when i was on the bike and it was stuck to my crash helmet. but it's a bit unsightly.
It would be nice to have a camera that records when the car is parked, but it's not necessary.
Thanks
Looking for a recommendation on a new dash cam.
I don't have a set budget, but i would like the best camera for day/night footage (especially the latter, given it's dark all the time right now). Best being clarity, high fps, long battery life.
Initially i was thinking of just sticking my GoPro4 Hero Silver on the dash, this worked well for when i was on the bike and it was stuck to my crash helmet. but it's a bit unsightly.
It would be nice to have a camera that records when the car is parked, but it's not necessary.
Thanks
Another request here - looking to get one for my GF for Xmas now that she's got herself a new car - BMW M135i
I am looking for something that can be hard wired easily, can be positioned in such a way that it can't be seen when in use (not sure if it can go behind the RVM as it's already full of adaptive/cornering headlight gubbins). I'd also like front and rear views if possible and a system that is impact activated even when parked - can this be done?
Again other considerations include image quality etc. Budget is (as always) as little as possible for something that will do the job to a reasonable standard - no point in getting something to find it can't read a numberplate after something has already happened.
Any advice much appreciated
I am looking for something that can be hard wired easily, can be positioned in such a way that it can't be seen when in use (not sure if it can go behind the RVM as it's already full of adaptive/cornering headlight gubbins). I'd also like front and rear views if possible and a system that is impact activated even when parked - can this be done?
Again other considerations include image quality etc. Budget is (as always) as little as possible for something that will do the job to a reasonable standard - no point in getting something to find it can't read a numberplate after something has already happened.
Any advice much appreciated
kiethton said:
Another request here - looking to get one for my GF for Xmas now that she's got herself a new car - BMW M135i
I am looking for something that can be hard wired easily, can be positioned in such a way that it can't be seen when in use (not sure if it can go behind the RVM as it's already full of adaptive/cornering headlight gubbins). I'd also like front and rear views if possible and a system that is impact activated even when parked - can this be done?
Again other considerations include image quality etc. Budget is (as always) as little as possible for something that will do the job to a reasonable standard - no point in getting something to find it can't read a numberplate after something has already happened.
Any advice much appreciated
As it's a BMW, presumably you will be wanting this one:I am looking for something that can be hard wired easily, can be positioned in such a way that it can't be seen when in use (not sure if it can go behind the RVM as it's already full of adaptive/cornering headlight gubbins). I'd also like front and rear views if possible and a system that is impact activated even when parked - can this be done?
Again other considerations include image quality etc. Budget is (as always) as little as possible for something that will do the job to a reasonable standard - no point in getting something to find it can't read a numberplate after something has already happened.
Any advice much appreciated
http://www.bowkerblackburnbmw.co.uk/service-page/b...
I've been using my Google-fu and the most recent reviews in the last week point to the Nextbase 612GW as the best dashcam on the market at the moment.
4K recording 30fps, 60FPS at 1080p, polarised lens etc etc. No footage of night looks clear, from what i've seen on YouTube.
Seems like a possible buy, anyone here have one or can comment on it?
4K recording 30fps, 60FPS at 1080p, polarised lens etc etc. No footage of night looks clear, from what i've seen on YouTube.
Seems like a possible buy, anyone here have one or can comment on it?
XFRFred said:
I've been using my Google-fu and the most recent reviews in the last week point to the Nextbase 612GW as the best dashcam on the market at the moment.
4K recording 30fps, 60FPS at 1080p, polarised lens etc etc. No footage of night looks clear, from what i've seen on YouTube.
Seems like a possible buy, anyone here have one or can comment on it?
It always seems like the one with better image quality on the "caught on camera" videos I watch on Youtube, I'm just not keen on the size of it and don't really see why it needs a screen if it can connect to a phone, I guess some people want completely standalone though. 4K recording 30fps, 60FPS at 1080p, polarised lens etc etc. No footage of night looks clear, from what i've seen on YouTube.
Seems like a possible buy, anyone here have one or can comment on it?
I've ordered a completely random unit from a place I buy tat in China, I'll post some info when it comes if I can use it. Current concern is that I may need a Chinese phone and be able to read / speak Chinese.
Flooble said:
As it's a BMW, presumably you will be wanting this one:
http://www.bowkerblackburnbmw.co.uk/service-page/b...
Thanks for that - looks like it'll do pretty much everything - is there an equivalent without the BMW tax?http://www.bowkerblackburnbmw.co.uk/service-page/b...
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