Is Constant Power Delivery Possible When The Ignition Is Off?

[VC\1000]

Hi Everyone,

I'd like your advice about the following problem, please.

I'm having problem with a 2020 Vauxhall Corsa supplying power to a set of Viofo dash cams in "parking mode" when the ignition is off.
Is the car capable of supplying battery power beyond a minute or so?

I've had the camera professionally fitted and they assure me the hardwire kit connects to the correct fuses.
I've also taken it to a second garage for them to check it over and they say everything is correctly wired, but don't why I can't record in "parking mode" for multiple hours.
Additionally, I've tried a second hardwire kit and fuse taps and connected that myself to the same fuse points that were previously used.

The only way to record beyond 1 minute when the ignition is off, is to turn on the radio and enter Dark Mode on the panel. Then I can record for however long, before the car enters battery saving mode and shuts the power.

The only conclusion I can think of, is the car can't do "parking mode" and I need to buy a car battery pack to power the dash cam for multi hours recordings.


Thanks for any advice.

[pde04]

you will need a permanent live supply from the fuse box, anyone with a multimeter can test which is the right fuse to connect to. fuse F31 behind the glovebox is 12v power for the cigarette lighter socket, but not sure if that's a permanent live supply.

[VC\1000]

Thank you very much.
Sorry, for not replying sooner. I didn't receive any notifications.

[h2onorth]

I saw on line a rear view mirror attachment which is slim enough to hide behind the rear view mirror cowling and connects to the interior light wiring. This as you know is permanently live. Cost if I recall is 30 to 40 pounds
Hope this helps