- Examples include home Wi-Fi, work Wi-Fi, or in-vehicle Wi-Fi.
- A maximum of 11 Wi-Fi networks can be configured for use with the Vault.
- Live streaming generally requires a reliable 1 Mbps upload data rate.
- Live View may not work with a poor internet connection or hot spot.
Select your product to confirm this information applies to you
Wi-Fi and LTE Connection Features on a Garmin Dash Cam Live
Depending on the type of connection you are using, the Garmin Dash Cam Live has different features that can be utilized when used with an internet-connected Wi-Fi network or its built-in cellular connection with an active LTE subscription.
See each connection's features and comparisons below:
- With an active LTE subscription, the Garmin Dash Cam Live provides the always-connected features described over LTE cellular service.
- Built-in LTE modem allows for cellular connectivity. Purchase an LTE subscription so you are always connected.
- An LTE Service / Vault subscription bundle option can be purchased in the Garmin Drive app.
- There is no need to contact a carrier. Signup in minutes through the Garmin Drive app.
- There is no need to contact a carrier. Signup in minutes through the Garmin Drive app.
- An LTE Service / Vault subscription bundle option can be purchased in the Garmin Drive app.
- Vault Automatic Uploads (LTE or Wi-Fi).
- With LTE, video uploads to the Vault quickly at lower resolution
- 640x360 at 30fps
- When in Wi-Fi, videos will be replaced by the higher, chosen resolution
- 2560x1440 at 30fps (choices: 1440 / 1080 / 720)
- Video will include audio if audio is enabled
- Vault 7-day or 30-day storage (LTE)
- Vault 24-hour storage (Wi-Fi)
- See Using the Vault Storage Feature on a Garmin Dash Cam Device
- With LTE, video uploads to the Vault quickly at lower resolution
- Remote Live View (LTE or Wi-Fi)
- See a live view (no audio) from your dash cam from wherever you are via the Garmin Drive app on your phone
- This can be done over Wi-Fi or LTE
- See Remote Access and Live View on a Garmin Dash Cam Live
- Locate Vehicle (LTE)
- Check on your vehicle’s location anytime when using the Garmin Drive app
- See Using Locate Vehicle on a Garmin Dash Cam Live
- Unidentified Driver Alerts (LTE)
- If someone drives your vehicle without your phone inside, you’ll receive an alert through the Garmin Drive app
- See Using the Unidentified Driver Feature on a Garmin Dash Cam Live
- Parking Guard Notifications (LTE or Wi-Fi)
- Wakes within 2 seconds to record a 15-second video clip after your parked vehicle detects impact (can turn on option for +15 seconds before for total of 30 seconds)
- See Using the Parking Guard Feature on a Garmin Dash Cam
- Incident Messaging to Emergency Contacts (LTE)
- Via the Garmin Drive app, set up automatic text notifications to your chosen contact(s) in the event of an incident, along with a map link to your vehicle’s location
- See Selecting a Contact When Setting Up Incident Messaging / Emergency Assistance
Check out our detailed video below or see the Garmin Dash Cam Live owner's manual for instructions to connect to Wi-Fi and to set up the features above.