[camatz01]

I believe you can take fused power from the A pilar. Search for the pdf install file of part number BCKA-V7-210. It is the auto dimming mirror and in the pdf includes how to get power for the mirror for models without it. That could work.
Googling “BCKA-V7-210 pdf” I found the manual easily

 

[GeoJoe]

Wanted to thank someone here (forgot who now) who mentioned using the ODBII port for power for dashcams. I've ordered this and it's got to be much easier than removing pillar trim, mirror housings and tapping into wires in tight spots. I'm also attempting to use this with an ODBII splitter so I can add another device (for tracking my kid's driving style for a while)

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[rsizzlex]

New member here, just got my 2022 CX-30 GS last week.
I bought a Thinkware 2ch dashcam and was just reading upon everyone's experiences with dashcam installations.
and realized there was an OBD cable that Thinkware sells that allows me to have parking mode without hardwiring, will go that route in the next week or two.

Thank you all for the information put forth in this thread!

 

[GeoJoe]

Well I thought the ODBII port would be switched, but it seems the device I bought keeps power on to the cam even after turning off the car and waiting 10-15min.

So is that the device or the car?

 

[JohnL99]

I created an account just to post this. I have a 2022 CX-30 and I installed a Viofo dashcam. I used fuse 16 in the left kick panel fuse block for constant power. I tapped into the green wire in the A pillar for the accessory wire. Take a look at the pdf located here: BCKAV7210A.pdf

Everything is working as expected

 

[98nchen]

Correct me if im wrong, but if i were to use a hk4/hk3 from viofo i can just splice the yellow cable to the white cable on the ecu plug?

 

[GeoJoe]

I tested the USB port and it turns off after 3min. I ordered a 12' long cable and will run that to the center console.

 

[Tonyju777]

That may be a good solution. But it would be nicer to tap into the fuse that powers those usbs rather than into the usb itself. Routing the wire to the internal fuses box is also easier. But, I couldn't locate that fuse in the compartment, seems as an under the hood fuse. But, maybe other fuses in the car itself are powered off after some time as that usbs (possible candidates: F9 or F10 - power windows, F11 - power seat, F18 reverse light....) worth checking. I'll try and test this hypothesis.

 

[Tonyju777]

That may be a good solution. But it would be nicer to tap into the fuse that powers those usbs rather than into the usb itself. Routing the wire to the internal fuses box is also easier. But, I couldn't locate that fuse in the compartment, seems as an under the hood fuse. But, maybe other fuses in the car itself are powered off after some time as that usbs (possible candidates: F9 or F10 - power windows, F11 - power seat, F18 reverse light....) worth checking. I'll try and test this hypothesis.

 

[Tonyju777]

I’m thinking of wiring my dash cam from my cx3 into my new cx30 but trying to find a switched fuse seems a problem does F9/F10/F11/F18 fuses located in the footwell box have switched live connections

 

[98nchen]

Ok so for the hk4 from viofo, tapping the white wire does work. Just make sure the tap actually has continuity with both wires or it wont work. (Tap didnt cut the wire properly when pressing the metal thing in for me when I did it the first time around)

 

[GeoJoe]

I ended up running a long usb cable to the console... turns off after a couple min.

 

[Lenni]

Apologies for raising this old thread. I found a switched 12v connection in the center console. Loses power a few seconds after the car turns off. The connection is for the Navigation/USB module. I'm not an electrician so I don't know loads and stuff, but it should work for anything minor. In the process of creating a small plug and play harness. Don't want to void my lease. Will update once the harness is done

https://www.mazda3revolution.com/attachments/img_2325-jpg.280942/

 

[drew]

I have a cx50 turbo premium plus, I want to hard wire a dash cam that supports park mode. I ordered (https://www.amazon.com/Hardwire-Uss...-Ussunny-Dashcam-Parking-Protection/dp/B0BD8Q9X7X/keywords=ussunny+hardwire+kit) Can I just cut the fuse ends off this adapter and just tap into the connector at the bottom of he A-pillar? If so what would serve as the fuse?

 

[Lenni]

You can add an inline fuse if you wish. Here's an example: https://a.co/d/26qJdzU
Remember to keep track of the size fuse you use. It should be the same or lower than the circuit you're tapping into.

 

[mniqureshi]

Apologies for raising this old thread. I found a switched 12v connection in the center console. Loses power a few seconds after the car turns off. The connection is for the Navigation/USB module. I'm not an electrician so I don't know loads and stuff, but it should work for anything minor. In the process of creating a small plug and play harness. Don't want to void my lease. Will update once the harness is done

https://www.mazda3revolution.com/attachments/img_2325-jpg.280942/

any updates on this harness?

 

[Lenni]

TBH, Its a DIY thing. Here's the link to the connectors: 1.5 Series Auto Central Control Panel Male Female Docking Socket Electric Wire Connector For GEELY Make sure you buy both male and female connections. It does come with the pins. I simply looked at the connection in the car and mirrored the configuration. I purposefully kept it as short as possible and wrapped all the wires in sheathing to make it nice and neat. I've only done a rough test with an electrical tester to make sure the nav box still works and to see if I'm getting the correct voltage. Just waiting for outside to get a bit warmer to fully test it

 

[joydivision84]

Wanted to thank someone here (forgot who now) who mentioned using the ODBII port for power for dashcams. I've ordered this and it's got to be much easier than removing pillar trim, mirror housings and tapping into wires in tight spots. I'm also attempting to use this with an ODBII splitter so I can add another device (for tracking my kid's driving style for a while)

Amazon.com: OBD2 OBD Power Cable for Dash Camera, Ssontong OBD to Mini USB OBDII Adapter Hardwire Charger Cable 24 Hours Surveillance and Acc Two Mode with Switch Button(Mini USB Port) : Electronics

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Hi, just wanted to ask how the OBD2 board power adaptor worked for you? Did you manage to get parking mode working with it?

 

[GeoJoe]

Hi, just wanted to ask how the OBD2 board power adaptor worked for you? Did you manage to get parking mode working with it?

No this did not work for me. It kept the power on way too long after the key was turned off for my comfort level. I ended up running a 15' long USB cable from the dashcam to the center console - tucking it in all along the way. It turns off when key is off.

 

[joydivision84]

New member here, just got my 2022 CX-30 GS last week. I bought a Thinkware 2ch dashcam and was just reading upon everyone's experiences with dashcam installations. and realized there was an OBD cable that Thinkware sells that allows me to have parking mode without hardwiring, will go that route in the next week or two. Thank you all for the information put forth in this thread!

May I ask if you had success with the OBD2 port power suggestion? Did that manage to activate parking mode for you?