[LogicalApex]

Originally Posted by Burniksapwet

Computers getting upset in what way? I have not have any problem with it so far. I have checked using BimmerCode for faults and nothing really shows up. Overall I'm happy with it.

Good to hear. I had read that it would trigger electrical faults.

I really like the OEM look of that solution though for sure.

[RonronEG]

Any updates on reliability, quality, any codes, etc? Put in my order today.

[blewcheese]

I got the VIOFO A119.

[Burniksapwet]

Originally Posted by RonronEG

Any updates on reliability, quality, any codes, etc? Put in my order today.

I've had it for a while now and it's still working solidly. Like how it feels oem. It's capturing videos at 4K so I'm happy with that. I can clearly read the license plate of other cars if need be.

[MarkSCD]

Originally Posted by Burniksapwet

I bought this yesterday. 4K quality and going to give it a try. I like the oem look it provides. I'll let you guys know how good it is when I get it


FITCAMX Dash Camera for BMW 5, 6, 7 Series GT, G30, G32, G11 Car Driving Recorder with Front Lens 2160P 4K Accessories Built-in WiFi Loop Recording G-Sensor Night Vision APP(Android, iOS) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X3FJ58M...7YJJ90GXQ94X92


Let me know if you guys are interested. I'll hook you up with the guy selling this on amazon

Hi, do you still have the contact info for the seller? How is yours doing? Any issues with yours?

[Burniksapwet]

Originally Posted by MarkSCD

Hi, do you still have the contact info for the seller? How is yours doing? Any issues with yours?

Yes I do. But the seller is the same one from Amazon so you can purchase it there if you want. I've had no problems with the unit and been very happy with it.

This is the sellers FB info. Very responsive and helped me all throughout the installation process

[RonronEG]

My FitCamX was delivered and I'll say with 90% certainty, the combination of chipset and sensor is not truly 4K capable. The '4K' video looks interpolated and output at 1440p looks much clearer- especially when you want to zoom for details.

I'm going to see how the night recording looks at 1440p before I make a decision about whether to keep it or not. Maybe email the seller and see if there is a firmware update that improves quality in any way.

[RonronEG]

Originally Posted by Burniksapwet

I've had it for a while now and it's still working solidly. Like how it feels oem. It's capturing videos at 4K so I'm happy with that. I can clearly read the license plate of other cars if need be.

Any issues after your card fills and it goes to start rewriting over old videos? I'm noticing after the card fills it starts taking much shorter clips and misses footage. So instead of a 3min video I get three 45sec videos with gaps between where footage isn't recorded.

Can you share what firmware your camera had installed?

[Burniksapwet]

Originally Posted by RonronEG

Any issues after your card fills and it goes to start rewriting over old videos? I'm noticing after the card fills it starts taking much shorter clips and misses footage. So instead of a 3min video I get three 45sec videos with gaps between where footage isn't recorded.

Can you share what firmware your camera had installed?

I have to check if I have the same problem. He did give me a firmware update for a fix to something else. I will try to give that to you.

[I3LaZeN]

Seller is really cool and helpful. Reach out to him on whatsapp. Just be mindful hes in China so different time zones.

I got his dashcam for my G30 and have no complaints at all. Also got it for my GLE350 and works just as well.

Highly recommend for the G30s and other cars he makes for.

[RonronEG]

Originally Posted by Burniksapwet

I have to check if I have the same problem. He did give me a firmware update for a fix to something else. I will try to give that to you.

That'd be great. I'm on firmware ending 510_V20

[MarkSCD]

Originally Posted by Burniksapwet

Yes I do. But the seller is the same one from Amazon so you can purchase it there if you want. I've had no problems with the unit and been very happy with it.

This is the sellers FB info. Very responsive and helped me all throughout the installation process

Thanks for the info.

[RonronEG]

Originally Posted by Burniksapwet

I have to check if I have the same problem. He did give me a firmware update for a fix to something else. I will try to give that to you.

We're you able to check this out? I'm working on eliminating other potential causes- so far it doesn't appear to be the memory card. I'd suggest everyone with this camera check this out- you don't want it missing crucial footage.

[Burniksapwet]

Originally Posted by RonronEG

We're you able to check this out? I'm working on eliminating other potential causes- so far it doesn't appear to be the memory card. I'd suggest everyone with this camera check this out- you don't want it missing crucial footage.

Reached out to him but no reply yet. I'll let you know once I hear back from him.

[Burniksapwet]

Originally Posted by RonronEG

We're you able to check this out? I'm working on eliminating other potential causes- so far it doesn't appear to be the memory card. I'd suggest everyone with this camera check this out- you don't want it missing crucial footage.

Got a reply from him and told me he is not familiar with the problem. He said to try and use a different sd card to see if the problem will persist on ta different one. I'm using a 128 gig one so that it has a longer recording time. 128 works just fine for me. I will try to monitor and see if I have missing data on mine as well. I haven't had a chance to do so.

[RonronEG]

Originally Posted by Burniksapwet

Got a reply from him and told me he is not familiar with the problem. He said to try and use a different sd card to see if the problem will persist on ta different one. I'm using a 128 gig one so that it has a longer recording time. 128 works just fine for me. I will try to monitor and see if I have missing data on mine as well. I haven't had a chance to do so.

Appreciate, look forward to what you find.

[mittu]

Cabin fuse box (z44) is located under the dashboard in the right side footwell.
see attached image. BMW have conveniently grouped fuses for us

Slot f59 should be empty. its allocated for acc.

Tap into any fuse circled yellow if you need continuous/ permanent power to run dashcam whist car is off/ parked, but you car will display an annoying battery drain notification!.

[mittu]

Ive hardwired my thinkware dashcam straight to the battery. Did it myself. Bits only cost me £5.
It's been 6 months and ran flawlessly so far.

Will be the same for any dash cam that requires continuous power.

Tapping into a fuse for continuous power (enable parking mode features) causes an annoying battery drain notification.

dashcam manufactures/ retailers will tell you to buy an external dashcam battery module, which only last about 8-10hrs per charge and costs £200 ($250) + installation.

It cost me £5 and I did it myself!
It's pretty straightforward. wiring is simple.
Im not a "car guy", so if I can do it, then others can too.

It'll take 2hrs. Well worth it, and can be used for future dash cams/ other devices you'd like to power when the car is off.


for an additional £5 I installed a 12v socket in the boot + discrete usb out for powering GPS tracker and mobile hotspot.

Decent cameras have a built in voltage cut-off so you can safely leave your car off with it in parking mode for 2-3 weeks without fear of draining your battery.

[Mach550]

any updates on the fitcamx? I ordered the 4k version and should have it tomorrow. Kind of wish I got the rear facing as well after seeing it would be simple to wire to the fitcam connection. does it work when parked or does it power down?

[I3LaZeN]

Originally Posted by Mach550

any updates on the fitcamx? I ordered the 4k version and should have it tomorrow. Kind of wish I got the rear facing as well after seeing it would be simple to wire to the fitcam connection. does it work when parked or does it power down?

Mine still good and doing what its supposed to. No complaints from me.
It powers down like 6 minutes after the car is turned off and locked.

[Mach550]

Originally Posted by I3LaZeN

Mine still good and doing what its supposed to. No complaints from me.
It powers down like 6 minutes after the car is turned off and locked.

I was looking at my rear view area and don't have a sensor or window there. What is the one on the camera mount for?

[mffarrell]

Originally Posted by Mach550

any updates on the fitcamx? I ordered the 4k version and should have it tomorrow. Kind of wish I got the rear facing as well after seeing it would be simple to wire to the fitcam connection. does it work when parked or does it power down?

Do you know if the rear camera will work if you have the factory rear sun shade installed? I know the BMW factory rear camera won’t work because the sun shade is in the way.