What dashcams work with the Dongar tech mirror adapter besides garmin mini?

[Inchworm]

What dashcams work with the Dongar tech mirror adapter besides garmin mini? Thank you

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[JB4Bronco]

I have a Viofo A129 pro hooked up with the dongar mirror adapter for power…. Just dosnt give me parking mode. I’ll hardwire it as soon as weather gets better and I have time.

 

[Inchworm]

I have a Viofo A129 pro hooked up with the dongar mirror adapter for power…. Just dosnt give me parking mode. I’ll hardwire it as soon as weather gets better and I have time.

Does parking mode not work bc of the Dongar? It needs to be hard wired to record in parking mode?

 

[JB4Bronco]

Does parking mode not work bc of the Dongar? It needs to be hard wired to record in parking mode?

Yes it needs to be powered to a constant power so that it does not turn off when the vehicle is off.

 

[WheresMyBronco]

I think any that is USB powered should work, but can I ask why you don't want the Garmin Mini 2? That's actually exactly what I have with the Dongar adapter and it's a great little camera that's basically invisible behind the mirror

 

[Inchworm]

I think any that is USB powered should work, but can I ask why you don't want the Garmin Mini 2? That's actually exactly what I have with the Dongar adapter and it's a great little camera that's basically invisible behind the mirror

Never said I don’t want the mini just looking for all options prior to buying one. Does the mini have a parking mode that works with the car off? Just trying to find the best possible option that’s all!

 

[WheresMyBronco]

Never said I don’t want the mini just looking for all options prior to buying one. Does the mini have a parking mode that works with the car off? Just trying to find the best possible option that’s all!

Unfortunately mine doesn't, but I think that's more because of the dongar adapter than anything. The power of the mirror turns off from the car is off so I don't think any dash cam will have a parking mode if that's how you install it. I could be wrong but I think Garmin sells a kit that you can use to power the dash cam when your car is off though.

 

[Nosferatu]

I think any that is USB powered should work, but can I ask why you don't want the Garmin Mini 2? That's actually exactly what I have with the Dongar adapter and it's a great little camera that's basically invisible behind the mirror

Yep. I use that combo in my F350. Works great and got put to use within the first 2 weeks when a rogue wheel came off an oncoming 5th wheel trailer and smacked the front end of the truck. It was good backup to show the insurance company.

 

[Changa]

I just installed the Dongar adapter with the Garmin mini 2 and so far I like it. The only headache is attempting to connect to the Garmin's WiFi. It's a constant battle with my Apple Carplay. I am still trying to find the workaround for that.

 

[mohner72]

I just installed the Dongar adapter with the Garmin mini 2 and so far I like it. The only headache is attempting to connect to the Garmin's WiFi. It's a constant battle with my Apple Carplay. I am still trying to find the workaround for that.

I have the same issue, I have to disconnect Apple Car Play in order to connect to the Garmin Mini 2. Frustrating to say the least. If you find a workaround other than disconnecting please share.

 

[emulous74]

I just got the Ring Car Cam today, it looks promising, it's powered through the OBD-II port and if you pay for a subscription it will run over LTE Cellular, otherwise it's only through wi-fi, but it does store videos on it.

It caught me in my garage, when I climbed up on the rear tire to get something off the roof rack.

It can also do two-way talk. Has a privacy feature for the inside and you can tell it to record a traffic stop, etc.

 

[Yukon65006]

I just installed the Dongar adapter with the Garmin mini 2 and so far I like it. The only headache is attempting to connect to the Garmin's WiFi. It's a constant battle with my Apple Carplay. I am still trying to find the workaround for that.

Same Wi-Fi issue with Thinkware cameras. I have found going into the phones settings and disabling the auto connect Wi-Fi for the bronco works. Just have to remember to change it back when done or you get the plug the phone in warning. At home I just use the ipad to connect for setting changes or file downloads.

 

[carrellslake]

I have a Street Guardian SGGCX2PRO that works fine with that USB adapter.

 

[Changa]

I just got the Ring Car Cam today, it looks promising, it's powered through the OBD-II port and if you pay for a subscription it will run over LTE Cellular, otherwise it's only through wi-fi, but it does store videos on it.

It caught me in my garage, when I climbed up on the rear tire to get something off the roof rack.

It can also do two-way talk. Has a privacy feature for the inside and you can tell it to record a traffic stop, etc.

Hey fellow Pflugervillian! Thank you for sharing this. I was curious how this one was since it was just released. I use Ring cameras all around my house/doorbell, so I was hopeful for this one to keep utilizing the same app. So far, the reviews do not look so great from what I am reading online. My biggest concern is the quality and not being able to read license plates clearly is what I am seeing. Curious to see how it pans out overtime.

 

[emulous74]

Hey fellow Pflugervillian! Thank you for sharing this. I was curious how this one was since it was just released. I use Ring cameras all around my house/doorbell, so I was hopeful for this one to keep utilizing the same app. So far, the reviews do not look so great from what I am reading online. My biggest concern is the quality and not being able to read license plates clearly is what I am seeing. Curious to see how it pans out overtime.

I'll let you know, been modifying my Bronco and driving my truck, but I will test it while driving and see what it actually does.

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