How much data are people using? I need to get a hotspot. Considering just adding it to my Verizon plan for $10/month since I have a lot of data I am not using?
Data is not an issue, how can you get it on Verizon for $10. Isn't it like $30
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How much data are people using? I need to get a hotspot. Considering just adding it to my Verizon plan for $10/month since I have a lot of data I am not using?
Nope. I can even get a device for free if I do a 2 year contract. And they would wave the $20 activation fee.Data is not an issue, how can you get it on Verizon for $10. Isn't it like $30
Nope. I can even get a device for free if I do a 2 year contract. And they would wave the $20 activation fee.
I just talked to an installer who was recommended on this forum and he told me he would NOT recommend always on. Said the 12V battery in the car will fail quickly. Any thoughts on this?I think you are missing the fact that this camera should be installed with an "always on" power source. So, while it might take 35 seconds to boot, once it is installed, I will always be recording.
I just talked to an installer who was recommended on this forum and he told me he would NOT recommend always on. Said the 12V battery in the car will fail quickly. Any thoughts on this?
Thanks. Makes me a little hesitant to use him.That is incorrect, the DC to DC connector rejuvenates the 12V battery all the time. So batteries won't be an issue, mine has been running no stop since May
Would you mind telling me where you purchased this OBD with the 90 degree turn. I agree the 90 degree has a cleaner look to it. I have seen a couple on Amazon with mini usb connection. I can see from your photo the did not use most of the wires but how do you know which wires are the correct wires to connect for power and ground?That's what I did. I spliced a cigarette lighter to a OBD-2 Connector and ran the wire along the A pillar down to the footwell. I tucked everything up into the side panel. You can't see any wires. This gives the appearance of a direct wired installation but allows me to unplug it in case I need to swap it out of if there's a problem.
Here's some pictures. I used a 90 degree OBD-2 connector so it stays hidden.
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I agree that the cleaner the install and more hidden things are the better it looks. We all strive to make our DIY installs look "professional". Honestly, the 90 degree connector is not necessary. The port/plug is hidden deep in the foot well. I can't see it nor does it hit my legs when driving. You literally have to get down on all fours and stick your head below the steering wheel to see it. I guess if you have someone's head down there regularly, you might want the adapter. Also, that sounds awesome!Would you mind telling me where you purchased this OBD with the 90 degree turn. I agree the 90 degree has a cleaner look to it. I have seen a couple on Amazon with mini usb connection. I can see from your photo the did not use most of the wires but how do you know which wires are the correct wires to connect for power and ground?
Would you mind telling me where you purchased this OBD with the 90 degree turn. I agree the 90 degree has a cleaner look to it. I have seen a couple on Amazon with mini usb connection. I can see from your photo the did not use most of the wires but how do you know which wires are the correct wires to connect for power and ground?
I would be very interested. I want this done professionally by someone who understands both the car and camera.@azdryheat i talked to Johnny and trying to get him to the valley in late October/early November to install on my X. Let me know if you are interested, or where you end up getting the installed done
Apparently installing the additional USB ports (for the hotspot) in the center counsel is a bad idea, I had Johnny merely fish the lines (without even removing the center counsel) to run the wires near the current 12V outlet and it apparently damaged the air flow to the passenger vent on the B pillar. So I gotta pay Tesla to fix it.
I will keep you posted.
So use the 12V outlet in the trunk instead for your hotspot as it is always on.
Tesla technicians at the service center unplugged all my cameras when I brought my car in for service a couple of months ago. Wondering if they would refuse service if the cameras could not be disabled with this protective case.Just saw this tamper proof case available from blackvue: Tamper-Proof Case - BlackVue
While it may prevent the SC from disconnecting your dashcam during service, my main concern would be having the dashcam stolen during a smash n grab??