For drivers seeking continuous security, even when parked, the Garmin Obd2 Power Cable offers a seamless solution. This innovative accessory ensures your Garmin dash cam remains powered at all times, providing round-the-clock protection for your vehicle. Forget about losing crucial footage due to a turned-off ignition – this cable keeps your dash cam vigilant, recording incidents that may occur when you’re not around.
One of the standout features of the OBD2 power cable is its dual USB output. This allows you to connect not just one, but two Garmin dash cams simultaneously. Imagine equipping your windshield with a Garmin Dash Cam 57 for front views and pairing it with a Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2 in the rear. This setup provides comprehensive front and rear video coverage, maximizing your vehicle’s security.
The adjustable time switch is another key element, offering flexibility in how your dash cam operates when your car is off. You can select from three distinct modes:
- 10 Minute Mode: Ideal for short stops, this mode keeps your dash cam powered for 10 minutes after you switch off the engine. It then automatically powers down and reactivates when you next start your vehicle.
- 24 Hour Mode: For extended parking protection, this mode maintains power to your dash cam for a full 24 hours after engine shutdown. Importantly, it includes a smart low battery detection feature that cuts power if your car battery voltage drops below 12V, preventing battery drain.
- Always On Mode: This setting provides continuous power to your dash cam indefinitely. Like the 24-hour mode, it also incorporates low battery protection, ensuring your car battery remains healthy by shutting down if voltage falls to 12V or less. Power is restored to the dash cam once the engine restarts.
The intelligent design of the OBD2 Power Cable also includes a built-in timer that automatically resets whenever motion is detected outside the vehicle, an impact occurs, a car door is opened, or the engine is running. This ensures that any significant event is captured, even in parking mode.
Further enhancing its protective capabilities, the low battery protection feature is crucial. The cable is engineered to safeguard your vehicle’s battery by automatically shutting down power to the dash cam within 10 minutes if it detects a battery voltage below 12.0V. This prevents you from returning to a vehicle with a dead battery.
A helpful red status LED indicator on the cable provides instant visual feedback on its operational status:
- Solid Red: Indicates the cable is actively supplying power to connected dash cam(s).
- Flashing Red: Signals that the set timer has expired and power is no longer being supplied.
- Off: Indicates the cable is receiving less than 12V of power, and the low battery protection has activated to preserve the vehicle battery.
The Garmin OBD2 Constant Power Cable is compatible with a wide range of Garmin dash cams, including the popular:
- 6 Series
- 7 Series
- Mini Series
- Tandem Series
- Live LTE Series
- X Series
Please note: While compatible with most passenger vehicles, this cable is not designed for commercial vehicles that utilize a J1939 connector.
Invest in the Garmin OBD2 Power Cable for peace of mind knowing your Garmin dash cam is always ready to record, providing continuous protection for your vehicle whether you’re driving or parked. As an authorized distributor of Garmin dashcams and accessories, The Dashcam Store™ ensures you receive genuine, high-quality products and support.
