Where did you locate the fuse block?I have the two wires de-pinned but can’t find a good place for the fuse block. I am using Stackable Add-on fuse block so I can hook up both the switched and battery supply line so I can use the parking mode of the dash cam.I used my IGN+ and BAT+ from the jumper for the dash cam, but I'm going to add in a fuse block so I can also still bring IGN+ and BAT+ to the blunt cut wires in the back.
I used the pas-thru circuit to bring AUX6 back into the cab for my 2-LO box.
I found this one with 6 separate circuits that can be slaved together as needed. It actually measures on 5Hx2W.
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Where did you locate the fuse block?I have the two wires de-pinned but can’t find a good place for the fuse block. I am using Stackable Add-on fuse block so I can hook up both the switched and battery supply line so I can use the parking mode of the dash cam.
Understand. I will be working on this next week when it warms up a bit. If I figure out a good place I’ll let you know. Thanks.Sadly, I have not yet installed the fuse box.
Brutal_HO,Can I connect different gauge wires? 12awg to 24awg specifically.
Yes. I recommend using a but-splice crimp. You can strip the 24AWG wire long and fold it, or wrap it around the 12awg wire if the butt splice allows (has no stop in the middle).
Can I connect different wire materials? Copper and Aluminum - have seen online that special care needs to be taken when connecting these together.
Something that small, kept in the dry cab and well sealed isn't going to be a problem. low voltage wiring is less of an issue than high voltage (AC wiring).
My preference is to always use a gas-tight butt-splice with a proper ratchet crimp tool and sealed with marine shrink tubing (has glue inside).
Can I put the 5amp fuse that came with my dash cam in the fuse block for switch number 6? If I leave the original fuse in place, what would it do, or cause with regard to the dash cam function? Blown fuses, over heated wires, et cetera.
Do not replace the AUX fuse with the dashcam fuse (if even the same type). AUX1-AUX6 can take any of the fuses in the PDC (you can move them around) as long as you don't exceed the total allowed load on the PDC. Put in the lowest fuse that's in there (10A?) and leave your camera inline 5A fuse on the camera power wiring.
If your dashcam has park-mode, you'll want to wire that up to constant 12V.
Brutal_HO,
Good afternoon All Knowing Moderator!!
I need another assist please. Current state; dash cam accessory wire (24 awg folded for connection (red)) connected to pigtail (Ram 12 awg) and plugged into Aux 6, dash cam battery wire (24 awg dead ended to not create short or ground (yellow)), black ground connected to body ground. Aux switches in OEM configuration. When ignition powered to accessory - dash cam does NOT power up, when engine running - dash cam does NOT power up.
Connections checked / crimped completely (slight tug test, no wire movement). Verified good solid "click" when connecting to Light Gray Aux connector. As you recommended, no fuses replaced and inline fuses provided with dash cam still in original condition / location.
Thank you for your time...and patience.
Be safe,
Randy
That grey jumper plug is also what brings power to the rear frame blunt cut Ignition and BAT wires. Explains why I've seen a few posts of owners not measuring any voltage there.
De-pin #1 and #4 if you need ignition or BAT inside the cab. I will probably use those for my dash cam.
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The DashCam Store should be able to help you.Same here in Austin. These aux switches are throwing me for a loop. Maybe I’ll get the dealer to wire up one circuit for me and then I’m good to go. My brain hurts from reading this thread
Blackvue you mean? Blackview is a mobile phone manufacturer from Hong-Kong.The DashCam Store should be able to help you.
May as well pick up a blackview too
Hope I’m not resurrecting an old post. I just got a Red Tiger F7NP and want to put it in the ‘22. It has the large sensor around the mirror, sunroof, and sliding rear window.
Years ago, I installed cab overs on my ‘06, and put a CB in using the blank access panel that is located near the pedals on the 3rd Gens. Problem is I don’t see that access plate on the DRW. I’ve been told there is an access plate behind the dash, so may have to go that route.
Wondering if any of y’all have done an install like this, and what tips you may have going forward.
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I used the Dongar adapter when I installed my Rove dash cam. Picked up a short right angle USB cable on Amazon to minimize the cable run and it works flawless, never worried about the constant power for the park mode as I rarely park anywhere to worry about it.I got the same Redtiger F7NP camera for Christmas. I found an adapter on Amazon, SimpleUSBPort Dash Cam Power Adapter (10-pin Type D) https://a.co/d/3Pix5Ls, I'm going to try. I think it was mentioned somewhere on here. I'm going to try the parking mode, if I can find a constant +12 in the mirror or overhead console.