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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Golf mk7 how to guides + info => Topic started by: RikWebb on 15 February 2014, 20:33
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This post will evolve - I will add pictures and info
Parts Required:
1 x E-Prance Mini 0801
Amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00F2GMWCG (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00F2GMWCG)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/E-PranceMini0801.jpg)
1 x DC DC Converter Module 12V To 5V USB Output Power Adapter
Ebay http://r.ebay.com/Xb4a0k (http://r.ebay.com/Xb4a0k)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/DCDC.jpg)
1 x - Add A Circuit Fuse Tap Piggy Back Standard Blade Fuse Holder ATO ATC 12v 24v
Ebay http://r.ebay.com/IC5cla (http://r.ebay.com/IC5cla)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/FuseTap.jpg)
1 x StarTech.com Mini USB Cable A to Left Angle Mini B
Ebuyer were cheapest http://www.ebuyer.com/product/265978 (http://www.ebuyer.com/product/265978)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/Cable.jpg)
1 x Twin Pack Blade Fuses 5 Amp
Halfords http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_212008_langId_-1_categoryId_255227 (http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_212008_langId_-1_categoryId_255227)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/Fuse.jpg)
Pliers
Small Philips Screwdriver
Screwdriver with star type end (t30)
Some Patience :) and a cuppa
Step 1 - Reverse the spade connector on the Mini 0801
This reduces the foot print as the GPS / Holder will not protrude from the side of the camera, but be 'under' the camera. It also makes it easier to remove and re-install.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/eprance.jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/2014-02-15%2019.58.13.jpg)
Gently unscrew the screws, twist the base around 180 degrees and tighten the screws
While your there, you may want to use a 'sharpie' marker to black out the white text as this shows through the window.
P.S. the second picture shows the finished mod.
Step 2 - Install the GPS / Holder onto the windscreen
The holder with its sticky pad needs to go behind the rear view mirror at the passenger side.
I suggest you move out and down a little from where mine is - about where the orange square is
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/FrontCloseup2.jpg)
Mine catches the rear view mirror bracket slightly, so you may be better a little further down and over to the passenger side.
Be careful - when these stick, they are stuck hard and would be difficult to move
Step 3 - Run the Startech left angle cable
It will run up to the roof lining, across the top, down the side and feed into the back of the glove box
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/2014-02-16%2016.40.35%20%282%29.jpg)
it should just slip under the rubber
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/2014-02-16%2016.41.22%20%282%29.jpg)
When you get to the dash - remove the side panel
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/2014-02-16%2016.42.18%20%282%29.jpg)
run through that area and down to the bottom
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/2014-02-16%2016.42.46%20%282%29.jpg)
Step 4 - Follow the instructions to get to the fuse box from link below - also noting the fuse location - fuse 48
Thanks 'vidman2' :)
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=261543.0 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=261543.0)
Step 5 - feed the usb lead into the fuse box area
Right - get yourself a cuppa - cos this may frustrate you
See arrow on pic - there is a small gap to the fuse box area
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/GapToFuse.jpg)
Step 6 - Fit the fuse tap and DC to DC converter
More and pics to follow
Step 7 - Test
Test that the camera comes on when the car is started
If it doesn't - check all wiring and try again
Step 8 - Replace the glove-box and tidy wires
Again - follow steps in this post http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=261543.0 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=261543.0) - thanks 'vidman2'
Step 9 - position the camera to a suitable angle
The camera rotates on its holder - it is better to have more car bonnet than sky
Too much sky will make the road look dark because the camera adjusts its exposure automatically - a bright sky causes issues
Step 10 - Test Drive and enjoy :laugh:
Oh and you might be ready for another cuppa! :grin:
Some pics of my install
Installed - Drivers Side View
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/DriversSideView.jpg)
Installed - Passenger Side View
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/PassengerSideView.jpg)
Installed - Front View - sorry about reflection
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/2014-02-16%2016.36.13%20%282%29.jpg)
Installed - Front Close up
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/FrontCloseup.jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/2014-02-16%2016.36.44%20%282%29.jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68905459/DashCamInstall/2014-02-16%2016.38.15%20%282%29.jpg)
Some vids from mine - be aware YouTube re-encode so the quality is reduced - normal footage is 1080p 30fps
Night Time
http://youtu.be/Aou5ePo-gF4 (http://youtu.be/Aou5ePo-gF4)
Dull day Raining
http://youtu.be/074142HrcbQ (http://youtu.be/074142HrcbQ)
Sunny day
Yeh right - in this country at the moment !!!! :laugh:
Try looking through some YouTube's http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mini+0801 (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mini+0801)
Rik :nerd:
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Great post, I fitted a polarising filter to mine this weekend as I found the glass reflected too much. If you're interested, it's this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130962679780 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130962679780)
The downside is that the ring is silver so draws more attention to the camera, might see if I can plasti-dip it to resolve that.
A little tip, leave it recording without sound or it can lead to storage card errors coming up depending on the class of MicroSD card you've installed.
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Hi, great guide. thanks for posting it. I am about to try and fit this to my car, ive bought all the bits, just now need to summon up the courage to wire it in. I have a question if anyone knows, will wiring in this dashcam to the fuse box void any VW warrenty or anything like that? should I check with the dealer? or not tell them at all? Thanks.
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Thanks for the post! Dash cam is now hard wired and working perfectly.
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(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/j033y/go_pro_bro-455576.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/j033y/media/go_pro_bro-455576.jpg.html)
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Just thought I'd share this link to my For Sale post, got an 0801 for £40 if anyone is interested.
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=270580.0 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=270580.0)
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Currently waiting on all the bits arriving.
Ordered the updated Mini 0803 - only one point to note, when reversing the spade connector I had to file a bit of plastic off to allow it to be fitted back flush and fit into the mount.
Thanks for the post RikWebb!
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Also where did you ground the negative coming from the DC/DC Converter Module?
Thanks
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Thanks for this, wired and fitted my eprance today, grounded to the nearest bolt into metal by the fuse box