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Guide
Mount it high on the windscreen, normally behind or just beside the rear-view mirror, where the lens has a clear view and the unit does not obstruct the driver. Check your province's rules and the camera manual before fixing it permanently.
Choose a spot in the upper central area, behind the rear-view mirror if the camera and vehicle allow it. Sit in your normal driving position first: the housing, cable and mount must not intrude into the road view, and the lens must remain inside the swept area of the wipers.
Switch on live view and level the horizon. Include enough bonnet to give context, but favour the road ahead; excessive sky can make the roadway appear dark. Keep the lens clear of the mirror's dotted ceramic area unless the mount maker permits it.
Modern vehicles may place rain sensors, driver-assistance cameras and antenna elements around the mirror. Do not cover them or route a cable across their field of view. Your owner's manual identifies restricted windscreen zones.
Place a rear module high and near the centre of the rear glass, within the wiper-cleared area where possible. Confirm that heated-window lines, a spoiler and the cable connector do not spoil the image or prevent the hatch from opening.
Clean and dry the glass, then hold the powered camera in place and save a short clip. Check the view in daylight, verify that the mirror still adjusts, and only then apply the adhesive pad using the maker's temperature and curing instructions.
A discreet installation should still let you remove the memory card, press an emergency-save button and detach the camera without straining the cable. Never adjust the unit while driving.
Common questions
Usually high and close to the centre, behind or beside the rear-view mirror. It must preserve the driver's view and give the lens an unobstructed, wiper-cleared outlook.
Yes, if the lens still captures a balanced road view and the installation complies with local rules. Check live view because a far-side position can create an off-centre perspective.
The screen need not be visible while driving. A position hidden behind the mirror is often less distracting, provided buttons and the memory card remain safely accessible when parked.
Most consumer rear modules mount inside the rear window. Use an exterior position only when the manufacturer specifies weather resistance and the required installation method.
Keep exploring
The VIOFO A229 Pro 2CH is our broadest all-round choice for front-and-rear detail. Garmin Mini 3 suits a discreet setup, while Thinkware U3000 targets parking surveillance.
A wireless dash cam normally uses Wi-Fi or LTE to move footage or connect remotely. It still needs power, and a rear camera often still needs a cable.
Mini 3 is the smallest choice; X110 adds GPS and a screen, X210 raises resolution, and X310 is the 4K touchscreen option.
Start with the view you need: front-only for simple evidence, front-and-rear for broader coverage, or parking mode for protection while stopped.