Dongar Dashcam Power Adapter (16-pin Type A) for Ford Vehicles. Compatible with Select Bronco, F150 and More. Built-in USB Power Source, Connects to Rearview Mirror, Easy to Install

I wanted to install a Garmin Mini dash cam 2 in our new 2021 Ford Bronco. I thought I would have to hard-wire it to the vehicle, or use the super-long USB cord that comes with the dash cam. But then I learned about this little adapter that plugs right into the back of your rearview mirror and powers the dash cam directly from there. So I thought I would give it a try… It works perfectly! There are no dangling wires, nothing to have to stow behind the window trim. Simple as can be. I should add that my Bronco is a Black Diamond with Mid package. I don’t know for sure if every model has the plug in the back of the mirror. But if your Bronco does, this adapter will work. Now, here’s the only caveat: With this device, the camera powers on and off WITH THE VEHICLE. So if you want your camera to stay on full-time (in Parking Mode), you’ll have to get the adapter the Garmin sells that keeps it powered full-time. This is not a problem for me, because I don’t need the camera to be on all the time. I just want it to work when I’m actually driving. With this Dongar adapter, that’s exactly how it works…

Installed perfectly in my 2023 Bronco Wildtrak and powered my Rove dash cam without any issues. Clean install, easy setup, and no hanging wires. Definitely recommend if you want an OEM-style dash cam power solution.

Works great in my 2019 Ford Mustang, easiest way to install a dash cam, also very even to remove and take it back completely stock. Worth it in my opinion.

Installed in a 2014 Ford Flex SEL, took 5 minutes, works perfectly. UPDATE: Well, it only ‘worked perfectly’ for a day. I have it connected to a Garmin DashCam 55 and it seems this dongle won’t charge the camera’s battery, after a few hours the camera shuts off. I doubt it’s a problem with the amount of current available, more likely the camera has a way of recognizing its own charger and refuses to charge its battery from anything else. UPDATE 2 (13Dec20]: When I notified the seller he (“Kevin”) quickly offered me a replacement or a refund. I turned both down as I thought the “Mirror to Dashcam Voltage Converter” (dongle) was a great idea and I suspected there was a quick fix. I exchanged several emails with Kevin and he was very supportive and concerned about my issue. I’m leaving the review at 5 stars because this is a great device. With a little research I discovered some Garmin dash cams have a odd requirement when it comes to power cords. They require a 17.5k resistor between pins 4 and 5 of the plug. In the type of USB plug Garmin uses pin 4 isn’t normally used and pin 5 is ground. The presence of this resistor lets the device know the currently plugged in cable is for power and is capable of powering the device and charging the battery at the same time. As I mentioned early, if the resistor is missing the device will power up but the battery won’t charge. Once the battery goes dead the device shuts off. A17.5k resistor is incorporated in the micro USB connector on the Garmin power cable. Here’s a quick and easy fix, if you have the soldering skills. Cut the micro USB end off of the Garmin power cable and also cut off the micro USB end of 6 inch cable that came with the dongle. Solder the end from the Garmin cable to the dongle cable. Since the end from the Garmin cable has the resistor, the dongle will now charge the battery in the camera. I did this and now my dashcam works as it should and is unnoticeable behind the rear view mirror.

Dongar 16 pin Power Adapter for Ford. I purchased for my 2019 F150. Works perfetcly and installation was easy. Just plug into existing mirror wiring harnes and go. Only took about 10 minutes to plug in and secure the wiring.

Worked perfectly to install my dashcam and wire to the mirror on my F150. Saves time and wire and quick install.

Works for me on a 2020 Ford F-150. The only thing that confused me was the green light/red light. This power adapter will show a green or red light when you get it hooked up to power successfully. Green light indicates 12V. Red light indicates 5V. I got a red light and thought since it wasn't green I was out of luck. Until I determined that my dash cam needs only 5V (it appears many dash cams are in this category). This makes my life easier in that I don't have to route the power cable and I also free up a 12V plug-in.

Quality: Well built Functionality: True plug-and-play between rear-view mirror and dash cam. Dongar powers the dash cam on when the car starts and powers off when the ignition is turned off. Ease of use: Instructions are easy to follow. It requires that you unplug the factory connector from the rearview mirror and then plug the Dongar into the mirror. The dash cam is then plugged into a second connector on the Dongar. The factory connector can be difficult to remove. Longevity: Have not had the unit long enough to evaluate reliability. Will be interesting to see if the hot Florida summers will be a problem. Many dash cams require 5VDC, and in most cases, you can't power your dash cam with 12VDC. The Dongar has a 12-to-5VDC converter. The Dongar is the easiest way to power your dash cam and prevent wires from hanging down to the console. I find that the fit is tight but does conceal when tucked behind the rearview mirror. Make certain that you order the correct Dongar. My 2020 F-150 has a 16-pin connector, and the dash cam has a micro USB input.

I noticed my Ford Bronco Black Diamond did have the connector in the back of my mirror. Reading the reviews and Q&A, spot on, this fit mine and worked. It came with a bunch of short connectors, USB micro, USB-C and old school USB mini too. No long cables to thread or look at. Nice and Clean and took all of 30 secs to install, adapter fits like OEM.

Excelente funcionamiento para una Mazda CX-5 2025 CDMX

Works perfect with my vantrue dashcam in my 2018 F150. Way better solution than the cigarette lighter method.

Super easy to install and no more power wire getting in the way. Just a side note I ordered the wrong one originally and they took it back with zero issues. I would recommend them

This is a great item. Thank you.