{"product_id":"blackvue-obd-ii-power-cable-boc-300","title":"BlackVue OBD-II Power Cable (BOC-300)","description":"\u003csection class=\"dcc-pdp\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcc-pdp-lede\"\u003eThe BlackVue OBD-II Power Cable (BOC-300) unlocks parking mode in minutes by plugging straight into your car's OBD-II port — no fusebox tapping, no hardwiring and built-in battery protection so you can leave it connected with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want continuous parking-mode recording but don't want the cost or hassle of professional hardwiring, the OBD-II cable is the easiest way there. It's perfect for confident DIYers and anyone whose car has an accessible OBD-II port under the dash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"dcc-pdp-chips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play parking mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo hardwiring needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery cut-off built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy DIY install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros \u0026amp; cons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcc-pdp-pc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcc-pdp-pros\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables parking mode without tapping the fusebox or hardwiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in low-voltage cut-off protects your car battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine BlackVue part — clean, reliable power delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-metre lead routes neatly around the windscreen and trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch cheaper than a professional hardwire install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcc-pdp-cons\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorth knowing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour car needs an accessible OBD-II port (most do; some EVs and hybrids don't)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws from the main battery, so the cut-off voltage matters for long stays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-of-cabin OBD ports may need tidy cable routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor very long unattended periods, a dedicated battery pack is better\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA closer look\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParking mode, the easy way\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardwiring a dash cam means finding the right fuse, adding an earth and routing cables behind the trim. The BOC-300 skips all of that — it plugs into the standardised OBD-II diagnostic port that's in nearly every modern car, usually just under the steering wheel. You get switched-and-constant power for parking mode in one connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtects your battery automatically\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause parking mode runs while the engine is off, the BOC-300 includes \u003cstrong\u003elow-voltage cut-off\u003c\/strong\u003e: if your battery drops to a set level, the cable stops drawing power so your car will still start in the morning. It's the safety net that makes leave-it-connected parking mode practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BOC-300 is designed for the \u003cstrong\u003eBlackVue X-series\u003c\/strong\u003e — DR590X, DR750X, DR770X, DR900X and DR970X. It's not suitable for vehicles without an accessible OBD-II port (some EVs and hybrids). A longer \u003cstrong\u003eBOC-400\u003c\/strong\u003e variant also exists; \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e if you'd prefer the longer lead and we'll sort it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlug the OBD connector into your car's diagnostic port (usually under the steering column), route the 3-metre lead up the A-pillar to your dash cam and connect. No tools, no fuse-tapping. Set your camera's cut-off voltage in the BlackVue app and you're protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"dcc-pdp-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOBD-II diagnostic port (plug-and-play)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V to dash cam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in low-voltage cut-off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParking mode without hardwiring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackVue X-series (DR590X\/750X\/770X\/900X\/970X)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-month Australian warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcc-pdp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need an auto electrician to fit this?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — that's the appeal. It plugs straight into your OBD-II port, so most people fit it themselves in a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it drain my car battery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has a built-in low-voltage cut-off that stops drawing power before your battery gets too low, so your car will still start. You can adjust the cut-off level in the BlackVue app.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhere is the OBD-II port?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn most cars it's under the dashboard near the steering column. If you can't find yours, your owner's manual will show its location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this better than hardwiring?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's faster and cheaper to fit. Hardwiring is tidier and frees the OBD port; a dedicated battery pack like the B-130A is best for very long unattended stays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatch it in action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee how the OBD-II cable installs, and how it compares to the other parking-mode power options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:900px;margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9tR0-SQJxYc\" title=\"BlackVue OBD-II Power Cable Installation\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcc-pdp-caveat\" style=\"margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eOfficial OBD-II power cable installation — plug into the diagnostic port and route the lead to your camera. No fuse-tapping required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:900px;margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A9CScw7xEOY\" title=\"Which BlackVue Parking Mode Accessory Should You Choose?\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcc-pdp-caveat\" style=\"margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eBlackVue's guide to choosing a parking-mode power option — OBD-II vs hardwire vs battery pack. Not sure which suits your car? Ask us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy from The Dash Cam Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"dcc-pdp-why\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine BlackVue accessory with a \u003cstrong\u003e24-month Australian warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus your full rights under Australian Consumer Law\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame-day dispatch\u003c\/strong\u003e before 1pm AEST, Monday to Friday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Express Post\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia-wide on orders over $200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonest, expert local support — we'll confirm fitment before you buy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcc-pdp-cta\"\u003eAdd the OBD-II cable to your cart to unlock parking mode today, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003ebrowse all accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask us\u003c\/a\u003e if your model is OBD-compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"BlackVue","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":44147884064811,"sku":"BV-BOC-300","price":89.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/5814\/3019\/files\/1fkwA3y3zzwIoFLnkAuvxCmHp5_zEryz__s2400.png?v=1780346669","url":"https:\/\/dashcamco.com.au\/products\/blackvue-obd-ii-power-cable-boc-300","provider":"The Dash Cam Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}