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*REVIEW* Snap n Go Blackvue hardwiring kit via OBD2 port
Acura604
12-02-2017, 09:48 AM
This is a great alternative to powermagic!
no need to mess with fuses and all that extra wiring crap and grounding....
just plug it into the OBD2 port of your car!
I tested it with blackvue models: DR380G, DR3500 and DR650S
all worked great. Test car: 2016 CIVIC EX
when the switch is set to ACC mode, the unit will power down the blackvue after 5mins once ignition is cut.
when the switch is set to parking mode, the unit will run the dashcam but will shut it down when battery level drops below 12V.
https://www.7daycam.com
https://i.imgur.com/bNqaNV9.jpg
step 1: find your obdII port
https://i.imgur.com/7vn4fdh.jpg
step 2: plug in the SnapNgo unit
https://i.imgur.com/ZfLdvTJ.jpg
step 3: run the wiring up your a-pillar/roofline - hide it well...
https://i.imgur.com/kTQjomN.jpg
step 4: attach power lead to dashcam
step 5: set the SnapNgo to acc and turn on car
step 6: flick switch to parking mode if needed
https://i.imgur.com/hiY5iDI.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/OOyFyyT.jpg
mickz
12-02-2017, 12:45 PM
Hope it works better than the Power Magic Pro. My first one died after one year and my second one let my battery drain.
underscore
12-02-2017, 12:50 PM
no need to mess with fuses and all that extra wiring crap and grounding....
Plugging in a fuse and bolting down one ground wire, what a hardship.
Acura604
11-27-2018, 09:09 AM
Blackvue has just released their own version now.... no more fuse box tapping b.s.
https://www.blackvue.com/new-power-magic-ez-obd-kit-dash-cam-parking-mode/?fbclid=IwAR1hPbFeQnoxsu2qwTqY15w2X2WE7fH5rMuJQrTC DeaWR0HfDcvsRSkk0BQ
JDMDreams
11-27-2018, 12:31 PM
I've been interested in one of these but my question is does the camera usually drain enough to drop below 12v over night? And will the memory card even have enough capacity to record all night?
68style
11-27-2018, 12:35 PM
^ Yes it can, and you don't drive your car every day... say you leave it a couple days on the weekend it will be dead for sure.......... and yes that totally depends on the size of your memory card.
FN-2199
11-27-2018, 01:25 PM
Would be awesome to use in conjunction with a Cobb AP...
vash13
11-27-2018, 01:38 PM
I think its better for enthusiasts especially here on Revscene to tap into fuse. Like what fn-2199 said cobb ap and also other obd2 accessories are used constantly. Plus you want to keep your camera on while dealerships and shops work on your car lol.
striderblade
11-27-2018, 02:18 PM
I think its better for enthusiasts especially here on Revscene to tap into fuse. Like what fn-2199 said cobb ap and also other obd2 accessories are used constantly. Plus you want to keep your camera on while dealerships and shops work on your car lol.
Everytime I bring my car in for service. Thise guy just unplug my camera and never plug it after they are done. Didnt notice the first time so I was driving for 3 days with the camera unplug
Acura604
11-27-2018, 02:34 PM
FYI, i'll be testing the SNAP N GO for the thinkware F800 this weekend.
the kit is available for most thinkware, blackvue as well as mini usb/micro usb cams.
SkunkWorks
11-27-2018, 03:42 PM
Anyone want to order one as well and split the shipping cost?
!Aznboi128
11-27-2018, 04:18 PM
FYI, i'll be testing the SNAP N GO for the thinkware F800 this weekend.
the kit is available for most thinkware, blackvue as well as mini usb/micro usb cams.
For thinkware dashcams to get to parking mode it needs the 3 pole plug
https://proxy.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.klika.com.au%2Fmedia%2Fcatalog %2Fproduct%2Fcache%2F1%2Fimage%2F800x800%2F9df78ea b33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95%2Fs%2F1%2Fs1_hwc.jpg&f=1
it needs pos, acc and grnd
Acura604
11-27-2018, 06:32 PM
^^^ so does the powermagic. This is an alternative. I’ll post my thinkware review with the snap n go kit next week.
Acura604
11-27-2018, 06:33 PM
Anyone want to order one as well and split the shipping cost?
I have an extra one for blackvue series if interested.
!Aznboi128
11-27-2018, 06:47 PM
^^^ so does the powermagic. This is an alternative. I’ll post my thinkware review with the snap n go kit next week.
You sure?
in the pic it shows otherwise
https://41b6m61nqt4k9za4l1qn24fq-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/blackvue-power-magic-ez-main-features-1.png
Blackvue
https://i.imgur.com/bNqaNV9.jpg
Your snap go
Acura604
11-27-2018, 06:50 PM
I’ve been using the snap n go for a year now. With a blackvue 650S and DR3500fhd. No issues. I’m sure blackvue has refined theirs as it’s a much newer version of essentially the same thing and that is obd2 connection for hardwiring.
Edit. For the record I don’t sell or promote these but it’s an excellent easy diy for those not wanting to tinker with the fuse box.
!Aznboi128
11-27-2018, 06:53 PM
I’ve been using the snap n go for a year now. With a blackvue 650S and DR3500fhd. No issues. I’m sure blackvue has refined theirs as it’s a much newer version of essentially the same thing and that is obd2 connection for hardwiring.
Edit. For the record I don’t sell or promote these but it’s an excellent easy diy for those not wanting to tinker with the fuse box.
Did you use the snapngo with the thinkware?
The reason why I ask as mentioned above, thinkware dashcams from what I know needs the 3 pole plug which allows the camera to go to parking mode, a 2-pole plug won't allow the dashcam to go into parking mode and will just continuously record.
Acura604
11-27-2018, 06:54 PM
Did you use the snapngo with the thinkware?
The reason why I ask as mentioned above, thinkware dashcams from what I know needs the 3 pole plug which allows the camera to go to parking mode, a 2-pole plug won't allow the dashcam to go into parking mode and will just continuously record.
I’ve got the Thinkware version on order. Hope to have it by end of week to test on f800. Will post results next week.
Acura604
11-27-2018, 06:59 PM
Also....the original powermagic is pictured as below (Needs ground and all dat jazzz). the above pic is the new blackvue obd2 powermagic designed to compete with the snap n go.
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81YGZj-pZ6L._SY355_.jpg
!Aznboi128
11-27-2018, 07:04 PM
My point was the ones you have posted should not work with Thinkware dashcams as they don't have the 3 pole plug. With Blackvue PMP you would need to use the thinkware Cig adapter that would not deliver acc/batt/ground to the dashcam enabling it to trigger the dashcam's parking mode.
With a Thinkware dashcam there's a built-in voltage regulator, it will cut power to the dashcam when it reaches the preset voltage. Thus not needed PMP etc.
It wouldn't make sense for Blackvue to make an obd2-> dashcam for Thinkware as how Blackvue enables parking mode is different.
Acura604
11-27-2018, 07:06 PM
Well I’ll find out soon....making the switch from blackvue to thinkware this weekend.
Mr.Money
11-27-2018, 08:19 PM
Wait till you're kid or you accidentally hit that Plug with you're knee .
ITS SNAP N GO Alright
:fuckthatshit:
SkunkWorks
11-27-2018, 11:38 PM
I have an extra one for blackvue series if interested.
Thanks but won't work for me, I need a mini USB. Not a Blackvue.
Acura604
11-28-2018, 03:25 AM
Thanks but won't work for me, I need a mini USB. Not a Blackvue.
I think I have that one also but always confused with mini vs micro. I had a shit ton of cheap chinese dashcams that use this connection but ended up selling them off... never used this.
This is the connection I have :
https://i.imgur.com/uU8pcsr.jpg
SkunkWorks
11-28-2018, 01:39 PM
That's the one. I'll send you a PM now.
aznsuperman
11-30-2018, 10:47 AM
https://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?catId=0&initiative_id=AS_20181130111954&SearchText=obd+power+cable
https://www.amazon.ca/EKYLIN-Charging-Adapter-Switch-Button/dp/B071XNYXHF/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1543605749&sr=8-2&keywords=obd2%2Bcharging&th=1
AzNightmare
11-30-2018, 12:02 PM
Wait till you're kid or you accidentally hit that Plug with you're knee .
ITS SNAP N GO Alright
:fuckthatshit:
lol... your knee shouldn't hitting the OBD2 area unless your car is poorly designed.
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