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Dash cam battery bypass

Mau921020
in Electronics & Tools

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Hi,

The battery in my dash cam has swollen up and I can't find a replacement. 

I was wondering if you could bypass the battery so that the dash cam will only work when the external power from the cars lighter socket is on.

Has anybody tried this. If so please help. 

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    Yes. Just make sure the output from the lighter socket adapter is the same voltage as the cam - I think 3.7 Vdc - check your battery

    Solder  wires on cam battery wires- chuck battery away - check polarity first

    or just use the original cable/adapter without the battery inside.

    Battery only for viewing pic/footage outside vehicle

     

    Edited by Virwat

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