VANTRUE C Type USB Hardwire Kit Dash Cam
The VANTRUE C Type USB Hardwire Kit can help you maximise the capabilities of your dash cam by guaranteeing uninterrupted operation and improved performance. With this hardwire kit, you may directly connect your dash cam to your car’s battery for continuous power without using the cigarette lighter connection. Because it can accept a broad range of input voltages (12V–24V), it can be used in both vehicles and trucks. The VANTRUE C Type Kit is a necessary tool for continuous, worry-free recording wherever your travels take you, and it comes with the added bonus of an integrated voltage metre to prevent battery loss.
Overview of VANTRUE C Type USB
- A. Type C USB Dash Cam HarAdwire Kit
- B. Mini/LP ACN Add-A- Circuit Fuse Holder
- C. Mini ACS Add-A-Circuit Fuse Holder
- D. ATO ACU Add-A-Circuit Fuse Holder
- E. Micro2 Add-A-Circuit Fuse Holder
- F. Red Wire to Fuse Box
- G. Black Wire to the Ground
Specifications
- Connector Type: C USB
- Output Voltage: DC 5V
- Input Voltage: DC 12V-24V
- Output Current: 1.5A
- Working Temperature: -22℉ ~ 167℉ (-30℃ ~ 75℃)
- Cable Length: 11.5ft
- Low Voltage Protection: 11.6V for 12V vehicle; 23.2V for 24V vehicle.
C Type USB Installation
You can just check the installation video at the product details page or via this YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v37kMMnbGDI
Please note: This video was done using a previous version of the hardware kit. This new version includes 4 Add a Circuits and there is no need to purchase it separately.
- Locate your fuse box
Use your owner’s manual to identify the location of the internal fuse box. This is normally found by the foot well on the driver’s side of your vehicle. You may need a tool to gain access. - Find the correct fuse slot for your hardwire kit Next you need to find the fuse map which is a diagram describing what each fuse does and where it’s located in the box. This simplifies the process and ensures you don’t pull the airbag fuse.
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Amps.
Circuits Protected
1 7.5A Power Window 2 15A Fuel Pump 3 10A Alternator 4 7.5A ABS/VSA Unit 5 15A Injection 6 20A Front Fog Lights* 7 — Not Used 8 — Not Used 9 7.5A ODS 10 7.5A METER N0.
Amps.
Circuits Protected
11 10A SRS 12 10A Right Headlight High Beam 13 10A Left Headlight High Beam 14 7.5A Small Light (Interior) 15 7.5A Small Light (Exterior) 16 10A Right Headlight Low Beam 17 10A Left Headlight Low Beam 18 20A Headlight high Beam Main 19 15A Small Lights (Main) 20 — Not Used 21 20A Headlight Low Beam Main 22 — Not Used 23 — Not Used 24 — Not Used 25 20A Door Lock 26 20A Driver’s Power Window 27 20A HAC Option 28 — Not Used 29 15A ACC 30 20A Front Fassenger’s Power Window 31 — Not Used 32 20A Rear Right Power Window 33 20A Rear Left Power Window 34 — Not Used Or you will need a circuit tester or multimeter to test if a fuse is ignition switched or always on.
If you need to find an ignition-switched fuse, put the key in the vehicle, find the fuse which is not lit up while the car is off, and test it by turning the car on to see if it lights up.
If your kit requires constant power, turn off the car and remove the key to see which fuse slots stay lit on. - Identify your fuse type
Next, you need to identify the type of fuse as depicted above.
- Connect to car fuse box
- Once you’ve determined which fuse slots you need to use for your hardwiring kit you can crimp the red wire of your hardwire kit onto the Add-A-Fuse.
- Make sure the key has been removed from the ignition. Using a fuse puller or a pair of pliers, gently remove the fuse you identified.
- Install the fuse you just removed into the installation kit add-a-fuse circuit.
- Plug the add-a-circuit into the fuse box in the correct orientation.
- Once you’ve determined which fuse slots you need to use for your hardwiring kit you can crimp the red wire of your hardwire kit onto the Add-A-Fuse.
- Ground the hardwiring kit
Next, slip the black wire (which is in the shape of a C) under a metal bolt or screw in your vehicle (this is the ground wire). Using a multimeter, check that it is not attached onto plastic parts. You will typically need a socket wrench to loosen the nut or bolt that you choose to ground with. To attach the grounding terminal, loosen the nut or bolt enough to slip it in and tighten it back up afterwards. A loose ground can result in power issues for your dash cam.
- Test your installation
Connect the dash cam with the hardwire kit. If everything was installed correctly, you should see your dashcam turn on and begin recording! At this point, you may go ahead and reinstall all interior panels that were removed to facilitate running the power cable.
Warranty & Support
The Vantrue dash cam hardwire kit comes with a full 12-month warranty. If you register your product on our official site (www.vantrue.net/register), you can extend the warranty to 18 months.
If you have any questions regarding your product, please do not hesitate to contact us at support@vantrue.net, or drop us a message through the live chat box at www.vantrue.net. Queries are typically answered within
12- 24 hours.
Your opinion matters
VANTRUE is firmly committed to always improving our products, services, and user experience. If you have any thoughts on how we can do even better, we welcome your constructive feedback and suggestions. Connect with us today at support@vantrue.net.
FAQs of VANTRUE C Type USB
A hardwire kit allows your dash cam to connect directly to your car’s electrical system for continuous power, enabling features like parking mode and ensuring the camera operates even when the ignition is off.
Connect the red wire to a constant power fuse, the yellow wire to an ACC (switched ignition) fuse, and the black wire to a ground point. Plug the USB-C end into your dash cam.
No, the kit includes a voltage cutoff feature that prevents your car battery from draining below a safe level, ensuring your vehicle starts.
You’ll need a trim tool, wire crimper, circuit tester, and fuse puller. Some installations might also require a drill.
Install it close to the fuse box and hide the wires along the edges of the car’s interior panels for a neat setup.
The kit can be set to cut off at 11.8V, 12V, or 12.4V to protect your vehicle’s battery health according to your preference and usage.
This kit is compatible with most VANTRUE dash cams that accept a Type C USB connection. Check your model’s specifications to be sure.
The ACC (Accessory) wire connects to a circuit that is active only when your car’s ignition is on, allowing the dash cam to switch modes based on the vehicle’s operation.
Use the trim tool to gently lift interior panels and run the wires underneath them, securing them with tape if necessary to keep them in place and out of sight.
Check all connections for secure fittings, ensure the correct fuse slots are used, and verify that the voltage settings on the kit are appropriate for your vehicle.