Dash Cam Fuse Electrical Questions

[vben]

I bought the Mini 0906 dash cam and a Parking Guard hardwire kit https://goo.gl/PrAuGj for my 2013 Toyota 4runner and not quite sure how to hardwire it the fuse box.

1. Do I need 2 "Add-a-circuit" Fuse taps? One for the red wire (constant) and one for the yellow wire (accessory)?
2. Should I connect the red wire to 12 Volt and yellow to a 12 volt? (Is 12 volt the correct amps?)
2. Which fuse amp do I need for the dashcam? 5, 7.5, 10, 15, 20, or 30 Amps?
3. For the 2013 4Runner, what blade type fuse size do I need? Low-profile mini fuse, mini fuse, micro2 fuse, or regular fuse? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuse_(automotive)

Also, helpful hints or installation tips / instructions website links?

 

[Gtoninn]

OK. If you only want to use power from a fuse and not tap into any wires in the dash, then it looks like you will need to add a circuit fuse taps.

One you will use for a constant power source (passenger electric seat adjustment is a good one) and then accessory (when the ignition is turned to accessory).

Everything should be 12v in the fuse panel, so its just a matter of picking one that is on all the time or on only with the ignition. It doesn't matter the fuse value for what you are stealing power from.

Not sure what fuse you should use for this unit. I used a 5 amp for my A-118.

The 4Runner uses the low profile fuses, but when you use a add a circuit tap, you have to use the regular fuse size, or whatever the tap came with. I had to run out to the store and find a 5 amp that would fit.

Good luck!

 

[e60ral]

1. If you want to power the camera all the time you need 2

2(a). you'll need to check the instructions for your device to see what the install says for the yellow wire. it says accesory, so I assume that's a triggering wire and will need to be connected to a switched circuit the is powered when the vehicle is on. The red wire will need to go to a circuit that is powered all the time.

2(b). volts and amps are different units so no, 12v is not the "correct amps" but I'm not sure what you are asking.

Also 2. check the specs for the device, it should be listed or printed on it. it shouldn't pull much, use a 2.5A fuse if they have one otherwise 5A

3. mini or low profile mini add-a-circuits, both will prevent you from putting the cover back on so it doesn't matter. mini are easier to find.

make sure you install the add-a-fuse in the correct orientation otherwise you're tapping the hot side and you won't have fuse protection for your accesory. you can check this by checking the voltage on your circuit with the fuse removed, if it has power you need to reverse the add-a-circuit

 

[aelarson]

2013 Toyota 4runner and not quite sure how to hardwire it the fuse box.

I installed a dash cam in my truck a few months back. Here is the link to my install. Hope its helpful!