With the fitcamx, it might eb too late since you're moving on, but a firmware update fixed that issue for me. It's been a month since I updated and have had no issues. Before the update I had the same issue with the camera refusing to write continuously.

 

I had already contacted FITCAMX and they told me my firmware was up to date so I still have that issue

 

Hmm, I better check my fitcamX next time I get in the vehicle. (Installed in April/2023).

 

I'll have to look at which version my f/w is but, I wish you luck, the 119 has speed and GPS which i wish the fitcamx ha, particularly for the price

 

Found a place to hide the wire harness

pulled the map light and hid it in the roof

 

 

So I’m going to get a viofo a119 mini instead, since I had the full size A119 on my old car . . .

1. Is there a noticeable difference with the STARVIS 2 sensor?

2. Does the Viofo have any sort of "screen saver" mode (other than just blanked out) that maybe displays just a couple of basic things (for example time/date and road speed)?

 

1. Is there a noticeable difference with the STARVIS 2 sensor?

Yes

2. Does the Viofo have any sort of "screen saver" mode (other than just blanked out) that maybe displays just a couple of basic things (for example time/date and road speed)?

No

There's a lot of discussion on the Viofo cameras here: DashCamTalk

Well worth the time to browse around if you're considering one.

 

Since the old threads don’t show pictures of install….

Dongar Dashcam Power Adapter (10-pin Type B). Compatible with Select Toyota, Lexus, Subaru Models. Connects to Rearview Mirror, Built-in USB Power Sou https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BH4G1NW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_OIqWdVjgavG1k

On my 21 platinum

the black connector next to the rain sensor
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test for confirmation. Blue LED says it’s good

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Seen on my dash is my FITCAMX which refuses to overwrite old files when the card is full.


So I’m going to get a viofo a119 mini instead, since I had the full size A119 on my old car, and $20 off on amazon as of writing this post.

VIOFO Mini Dash Cam Front A119 Mini 2, STARVIS 2 Sensor, 2K 60fps/HDR 30fps Voice Control Car Dash Camera with 5GHz Wi-Fi GPS, Night Vision 2.0, 24H Parking Mode, Supercapacitor, Support 512GB Max https://a.co/d/30fVpt1

Also need to get some cloth electrical tape to tape the wires.

Have this exact setup (Dongar adapter & VIOFO A119) in my 2020 Tacoma. Works perfectly.

Was going to install the same setup in the wife's new 2023 Venza Limited. Instead I went with Toyota's OE Integrated Dash Cam. What a mistake. (More here) The VIOFO puts the Toyota dash cam to shame... for half the price.

Looking at selling the Tacoma and buying a newer Highlander (would be our third one). Glad to know that I can install the VIOFO in it. Thanks for posting the info!

 

Any alternatives to this adapter? Its currently showing out of stock on amazon and I need one to install a VIOFO camera as well.

 

I’ve noticed that they seem to run out of stock pretty regularly. However it seems to get back in stock very quickly as well. I’ve haven’t seen anything else like it, or that I would trust if I stumbled across it.

You could use the regular USB power cable that I believe still comes with the VIFO dash cam (or buy an inexpensive one if not). Having a wire dangling between it and the dashboard would probably be a little annoying, but might be a good temporary solution.