Cobra SC 400 Parking Mode Bundle — Front & Rear Dash Cam with Parking Surveillance at $96.65
The Cobra SC 400 Parking Mode Bundle is the right package for drivers who want their dash cam watching the vehicle even when parked. It includes the SC 400 smart dash cam, the FV-RV1 rear view camera, and the CA-MICROUSB-003 hardwire kit for parking mode power. At $96.65 — down from the $339.95 compare-at price — this is the affordable way to buy front-and-rear coverage with motion detection while parked. Apply coupon OUTPOST12 at checkout for an extra 12% off.
How to Install Cobra SC 400 Parking Mode
Parking mode requires constant power, so installation means hardwiring the SC 400 to your vehicle's fuse box. The included CA-MICROUSB-003 kit supports hardwire and OBD II style parking mode power setups.
Hardwire Fuse Tap Installation
Use a fuse tap on a circuit that stays live (constant) or switched per your desired behavior: connect the kit's constant wire to a always-on fuse for parking mode, and the accessory wire to an ignition-switched fuse so the camera knows when the car is on. Ground to bare chassis metal, then route the cable to the SC 400's micro-USB port.
OBD II Parking Mode Option
For a no-splice install, an OBD II power adapter is a common alternative — it plugs into the diagnostic port and delivers constant power, simplifying SC 400 parking mode setup for DIYers.
Parking Mode Motion Detection
Once hardwired, the SC 400's parking mode monitors for motion and impacts while the vehicle is off, automatically saving clips of events. Sensitivity and behavior are configured in the Drive Smarter app.
Why Does My SC 400 Shut Off in Heat?
The SC 400 includes thermal protection that powers the unit down at extreme internal temperatures to prevent battery damage — a common cause of a SC 400 shutting off in heat. Hardwired parking mode, correct voltage cutoff settings, and shaded mounting help avoid nuisance shutdowns. This is normal protective behavior, not a defect.
Specifications
- Brand: Cobra
- Series: SC 400 Parking Mode Bundle (SC400 FV-RV1 CA-MICROUSB-003)
- Product Type: Two-channel dash cam bundle with parking mode kit
- Channels: 2 (front + rear)
- Parking Mode Power: Hardwire kit (CA-MICROUSB-003)
- App: Drive Smarter compatible
Best-Fit Shoppers and Use Cases
Street-parked city drivers, commuters worried about hit-and-runs, and anyone wanting front-and-rear footage plus parked-vehicle monitoring. If you also need cabin recording for rideshare, compare the SC 400 Full Coverage Bundle instead.
Price and Deal Value
$96.65 vs. $339.95 compare-at saves you over 70%. Stack the OUTPOST12 coupon for 12% more off, and free shipping applies over $45.00 — buy online now.
