I see this says 12v DC input. Has anyone tried to use this in a Vehicle? I would like to use it in my vehicle with 4 cameras and use an SSD with it.
847521
We don't carry any shake-proof DVRs; and we don't recommending using this DVR inside a vehicle because it's not shake-proof.
1946123
Amperage doesnt matter. As long as Voltage is same, the camera device will pull the amperage it needs. For a camera, a 12V supply with 2amp output should work fine.
1708560
I think it's made for using in a car. Just needs to be wired to a good source of 12VDC. I used mine with a 12V cigar male plug, with a power meter in the middle, so I could measure the power used by my 12v cameras and my telescope mount.
866786
any 12 volt dc current is usable, weather it is from a battery or a transformer pack it does not know the difference - be careful to get the polarity correct...
509998
Well, the power port on mine is fluctuating between 11 and 17 VDC. I assume it's designed for 12 VDC cameras.
2011144
Better to use a bigger power supply box, as this one (it supplies up to 2Amp per channel): http://www.amazon.com/Power-Supply-Security-Cameras-LISTED/dp/B005FSUQ88/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1361316816&sr;=1-4&keywords;=cctv+power+supply+box
540378
Yes 12V WILL damage it, as it is rated for 5.2 volts DC. But avoid this unit, and seek another manufacturer....as you should note that along with my review, others have experienced the same failure in that it works for about 2-3 months and then goes into a total fail and you end up with a color bar generator....and NO picture. Avoid this garbage.
926218
Hi, This item is designed for all 4x4 off road vehicle, Jeep Cabin, Boat, SUV, Truck, Car, ATV, etc. Please notice that the Operating Voltage: 10-30V DC. It can suit for 12v, 24v DC. ThanksATC LLC
2001219
All that I have ever used one of these for is 12V, if you are using it in an automobile or truck this is all that you would need. If you are using it in some other application where you need higher than 12V you would need to look for or specify that in the search field.
1757462
The specs claim it is 1 amp at 5 volts DC. I don't doubt the 5 VDC rating, as that is what USB voltage is supposed to be. The 1A rating may be a little generous; I would be reluctant to put that kind of load on it full time, as it may get too hot & eventually burn up the internal electronics. Most in-car devices don't draw that much current anyway, though. It does work fine with my Garmin 1450 for when I don't need the special traffic update receiver cord (which is most of the time), and the price is right.
469478
I use this cable on several of my other trail cameras. Some are 6 volt and some are 12 volt. So far it seems to work universally. I own 14 different trail cams. You can also check out your local sporting goods stores as well. They usually have them if you want to try one out on your camera(s).
540217
I think the issue is that you are plugging the device into a USB power source on your truck instead of using the twelve volt Power source that used to be used for cigarette lighters. Any time you plug your device into the USB plug on new vehicles the vehicle system assumes that it is an audio source. Whereas if you plug the USB into a plug receptacle in the twelve volt source it then just powers your dash cam.
1216609
The cameras require 9 volts DC, and 600 ma current capacity. So I suppose you can power one of the cameras with a battery for outside use but that doesn't seem practical to me. The cameras are design to be used with the supplied AC adapter.
446254
The unit will work fine with12VDC and 500mA. If you are using it in a automobile, you should be fine. If you are using it in a house I suggest you buy a power supply designed for surveillance cameras. You are wasting energy if you do anymore that what I suggest.
986130
it's a converter...to USB DCV. HOWEVER, I used it in Italy this last June...it worked for 20 minutes, overheated, and died. I would NOT suggest you use this in Sweden - which runs 230 volts at 50Hz. I can't vouch for any other product, but my experience with THIS one was pure negative. Use something else, Jeff. Enjoy Sweden...it's lovely!JS
744958
You may connect 12 volt DC to the AC input terminals. There is NO polarity requirement for the DC meaning either of the two terminals can be connected to negative or positive. Yes, I tested it in this mode and it works fine. I am using this controller in a big truck to regulate the temperature of the cab air conditioning. The controller will switch the AC compressor clutch on or off as needed to maintain a comfortable 21 degrees C.
509999
my cameras are 12 volt. I leave the normal power supply hooked to my cameras and just hook up the video input. I hope this helps.