Dashcam installation

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eraser

Discussion Starter · Jun 4, 2021

Did anyone install a dashcam? Which dashcam do you use?

I brought Thinkware U1000 and a dashcam battery pack. Today I finished the wiring of the battery pack and front dashcam, but I still struggle with which is the best position to place the cam. I am thinking to put it on the car's front cam (the black box at the center), instead of the windshield.

Is anyone also using U1000? Do you mind sharing where you put your cam?

Btw, thanks to Kia that there is a spare 15A fuse (ACC) which I can use it without worrying about any impact.

However, if you need to use parking mode and not using any dashcam battery, then you will need to use another fuse that has power after ignition is off.

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Al52025

· #2 · Jun 4, 2021

I can't help with the best spot on the front cam as I have the one that slides over the mirror and have a camera in the back also. But thanks for the spare 15a fuse spot as I'm wiring it up this weekend and was curious if there was a spare fuse

UN-Limited

· #3 · Jun 4, 2021

I just use USB powered cams. Not as elegant but gets the job done for what matters most to me... STUPID DRIVERS

Al52025

· #4 · Jun 4, 2021

UN-Limited said:
I just use USB powered cams. Not as elegant but gets the job done for what matters most to me... STUPID DRIVERS

I'm actually using it now with the USB cable just so it's recording until I can hook up the power cable to the fuse box. Just want that extra USB port open and plus less of a mess trying to run it to the center rather than the fuse box near the door

UN-Limited

· #5 · Jun 24, 2021

Al52025 said:
I'm actually using it now with the USB cable just so it's recording until I can hook up the power cable to the fuse box. Just want that extra USB port open and plus less of a mess trying to run it to the center rather than the fuse box near the door

It wasn't until I tried to plug in my dash cam that I realized there are absolutely NO 12V ports anywhere in the front of the vehicle. This is the first and only car I've ever driven that didn't have a 12V port up front. This kinda sucks because they're so versatile and you can add more USB ports using a 12V adapter.

On another note, anyone have any success mounting their dash cam to the plastic shroud around the rear view mirror? It's kinda slick and 3M adhesives don't stick reliably. I really don't want to drill any holes if I don't have to.

eraser

Discussion Starter · #6 · Jun 24, 2021

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UN-Limited said:
It wasn't until I tried to plug in my dash cam that I realized there are absolutely NO 12V ports anywhere in the front of the vehicle. This is the first and only car I've ever driven that didn't have a 12V port up front. This kinda sucks because they're so versatile and you can add more USB ports using a 12V adapter.

On another note, anyone have any success mounting their dash cam to the plastic shroud around the rear view mirror? It's kinda slick and 3M adhesives don't stick reliably. I really don't want to drill any holes if I don't have to.

I did. It fell off few times not because it is not reliable but I think probably because of the hot weather as my car usually parked outdoor. Because I also mounted the rear dash cam to the plastic shroud at the back at the same time but it didn't fall off. I brought some other adhesives which stating can be used up to 80'C (around 176'F) to replace the original 3M recently, it looks better now but let's see.

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SK77X

· #7 · Jun 24, 2021

I have a dashcam in each of our Mazda's and I purchase a USB adapter that plugs into the wiring harness for the cameras/homelink mirror hub. Super neat, just a 6" cord. I'm hoping that same will be possible for the Carnival! #fingerscrossed

https://www.amazon.com/SimpleUSBPort-Dashcam-Adapter-Frameless-Mirrors/dp/B082ZSFQ8C

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Leshemdoc

· #8 · Jun 24, 2021

UN-Limited said:
It wasn't until I tried to plug in my dash cam that I realized there are absolutely NO 12V ports anywhere in the front of the vehicle. This is the first and only car I've ever driven that didn't have a 12V port up front. This kinda sucks because they're so versatile and you can add more USB ports using a 12V adapter.

On another note, anyone have any success mounting their dash cam to the plastic shroud around the rear view mirror? It's kinda slick and 3M adhesives don't stick reliably. I really don't want to drill any holes if I don't have to.

Not sure but I believe the manual recommends that you don't put anything (or at least an EZpass transponder there because that may interfere with the camera/sensors there... I would confirm before sticking anything there and/or drilling...

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eraser

Discussion Starter · #9 · Jun 25, 2021

Leshemdoc said:
Not sure but I believe the manual recommends that you don't put anything (or at least an EZpass transponder there because that may interfere with the camera/sensors there... I would confirm before sticking anything there and/or drilling...

Oh.. I am not aware of that. But I don't see any problem at the moment, it still reminds me to keep in lane. Anyway, thanks for the reminder, will keep monitoring it and see whether any problem.

UN-Limited

· #10 · Jul 5, 2021 (Edited)

Leshemdoc said:
Not sure but I believe the manual recommends that you don't put anything (or at least an EZpass transponder there because that may interfere with the camera/sensors there... I would confirm before sticking anything there and/or drilling...

I managed to install my dash cam up there using 3M command strips and haven't seen any adverse effects. I'll try my EZ Tag once it arrives and report back.

UPDATE:
Been using my EZ-Tag right next to the shroud for a few weeks without a single issue. My CC gets charged at every toll and the lane keep system works like a charm.

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DaddyClown

· #11 · Jul 23, 2021

eraser said:
I did. It fell off few times not because it is not reliable but I think probably because of the hot weather as my car usually parked outdoor. Because I also mounted the rear dash cam to the plastic shroud at the back at the same time but it didn't fall off. I brought some other adhesives which stating can be used up to 80'C (around 176'F) to replace the original 3M recently, it looks better now but let's see.

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what did you do to get power to the rear camera? Are you tied into the dome light?

VanPappa

· #12 · Aug 2, 2021

Newbie question here, where do you plug the dashcam in ? Is there USB on the rear vision mirror or do I need run a cable down?

UN-Limited

· #13 · Aug 2, 2021

VanPappa said:
Newbie question here, where do you plug the dashcam in ? Is there USB on the rear vision mirror or do I need run a cable down?

I ran a cable down to the center console. The headliner holds the cable pretty well without removing it, but you have to pop off the trim on the A-pillar to hide the cable before running it behind the glove box. I've got about 1 ft of cable showing from the glove box to the center console, so it doesn't look too bad with a black interior and black cable.

VanPappa

· #14 · Aug 2, 2021

UN-Limited said:
I ran a cable down to the center console. The headliner holds the cable pretty well without removing it, but you have to pop off the trim on the A-pillar to hide the cable before running it behind the glove box. I've got about 1 ft of cable showing from the glove box to the center console, so it doesn't look too bad with a black interior and black cable.

Thanks for the detailed reply , I’m not brave enough to pop anything out, is it possible to run the cables down the pillars and under the glove box fairly cleanly without popping anything out?

UN-Limited

· #15 · Aug 2, 2021

VanPappa said:
Thanks for the detailed reply , I’m not brave enough to pop anything out, is it possible to run the cables down the pillars and under the glove box fairly cleanly without popping anything out?

I'll give Kia credit here: there are very few gaps between the trim pieces to allow for a clean cable run without removing the A-pillar trim. If it makes you feel any better, you don't need any tools. Just work your fingers behind the top of the trim and give it a good pull straight out. There are a couple of metal retaining clips that will pop out, and then you can run the wire behind the trim and push the pins back in to re-seat the panel. Once you get past the A-pillar, just run the wire around the dash through the glove box and it's a pretty straight shot to the center console. Takes 5 min.

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eraser

Discussion Starter · #16 · Aug 5, 2021

DaddyClown said:
what did you do to get power to the rear camera? Are you tied into the dome light?

No, my rear camera gets power from the front camera.

elmersglue

· #17 · Mar 31, 2022

eraser said:
No, my rear camera gets power from the front camera.

HI @eraser, I need to run the wire too from rear camera to the front camera, can you share how you did it? photos if possible

amitishv2

· #18 · 10 mo ago

Well i got this usb dongle for my 2022 SXP that connects to dimming mirror and it works like charm. Here is the link if you guys interested.

dongar.tech

Dash Cam Power Adapter (10-pin Kia/Hyundai)

Plug and play dash Dongar Dash Cam power adapter for Hyundai/Kia! COMING SOON! Q1 2022 LAUNCH Powers your camera upon vehicle ignition ON Recommended for cameras requiring less than 2A @ 5V The Dongar Technologies dash cam adapter allows easy plug-and-play installation of a USB device with no...

dongar.tech

Now I finding a way to run wire for rear cam.

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Al52025

· #19 · 10 mo ago

amitishv2 said:
Well i got this usb dongle for my 2022 SXP that connects to dimming mirror and it works like charm. Here is the link if you guys interested.

Dash Cam Power Adapter (10-pin Kia/Hyundai)

Plug and play dash Dongar Dash Cam power adapter for Hyundai/Kia! COMING SOON! Q1 2022 LAUNCH Powers your camera upon vehicle ignition ON Recommended for cameras requiring less than 2A @ 5V The Dongar Technologies dash cam adapter allows easy plug-and-play installation of a USB device with no...

dongar.tech

Now I finding a way to run wire for rear cam.

Omg I wish I would have know this existed before I routed the wire down to the fuse box and bought a fuse kit for power

StrangerAtXRoads

· #20 · 10 mo ago

SK77X said:
I have a dashcam in each of our Mazda's and I purchase a USB adapter that plugs into the wiring harness for the cameras/homelink mirror hub. Super neat, just a 6" cord. I'm hoping that same will be possible for the Carnival! #fingerscrossed

https://www.amazon.com/SimpleUSBPort-Dashcam-Adapter-Frameless-Mirrors/dp/B082ZSFQ8C

This is neat. Would love to find out if this is an option for Carnival.

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