Thinkware Q200 -2 Channel Dash Camera
2-CH 1440p (2K) FRONT CAM, 1080p REAR CAM, WIFI/BLUETOOTH, 32GB, HW CABLE
Experience the ultimate convenience with AutoStar TX mobile dash camera installations. We now bring our professional on-site service directly to your home or workplace throughout the Durham Region. Our expert technicians provide clean, hardwired setups with no messy cables, ensuring your vehicle is protected with precision and care. Enjoy peace of mind and premium security without ever leaving your driveway.
Capture every detail of your journey with the Thinkware Q200, a high-performance dual-channel system that balances compact design with professional-grade 2K QHD resolution. By utilizing the advanced Omnivision OS04C20 image sensor, the Q200 records a significantly wider color gamut and sharper contrast than standard 1080p cameras, ensuring license plates and road signs are legible even at highway speeds. Equipped with a 125° wide-angle lens and specialized Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) technology, the Q200 automatically compensates for difficult lighting—such as the blinding glare of a sunset or the deep shadows of an underground parking garage. Whether you are navigating bright Durham Region afternoons or unlit rural backroads, this system provides a clear, balanced field of view that protects you from every angle.
part number Q200
$495 Installed
Mick’s Take: Why We Recommend the Thinkware Q200
- The 2K Sweet Spot: The Q200 is the perfect "middle ground" for drivers who want more detail than standard 1080p but don't want to jump into the 4K price bracket. That extra resolution from the Omnivision sensor makes a massive difference when you’re trying to read a plate on a car merging in front of you.
- Built-in Bluetooth Pairing: This is one of my favorite upgrades. Older Thinkware models could be a bit "finicky" to connect to your phone. The Q200 uses Bluetooth to handle the initial handshake, making the connection to the Thinkware Link app nearly instant. It saves a lot of frustration in the driveway.
- Smart Parking Mode: This is a big win for our Ontario summers. If your car is sitting in a sun-baked parking lot and the interior temp gets too high, the Q200 doesn't just shut down like other cams. It intelligently switches to a "Low Power" mode to protect itself while still staying alert for impacts.
- Advanced Energy Saving 2.0: If you aren't driving every single day, this is the mode you want. It allows the camera to stay in a "deep sleep" and only wake up to record if it feels a physical impact. It can extend your parking protection from 24 hours to nearly a week on a healthy car battery.
- Unobtrusive Design: Because it doesn't have a screen, the Q200 is incredibly slim. We can tuck it right up against the top of the windshield behind your mirror. Most of my clients forget it’s even there until they actually need the footage.
- Reliable Supercapacitors: I never install dash cams with lithium batteries because they just can't handle the temperature swings we get here in the Durham Region. The Q200 uses high-grade supercapacitors, which are built to survive both our deep-freeze winters and humid July afternoons.
Professional Whitby Installation: The Thinkware Q200 Experience
- Integrated Hardwire Configuration: We fully hardwire every Q200 to your vehicle's electrical system using a high-quality ignition-switched circuit. This allows the camera to transition seamlessly into parking mode the moment you turn off the engine, protecting your vehicle 24/7.
- 100% Stealth Wiring: We pride ourselves on our "Zero-Trace" standard. All cabling is meticulously routed behind the interior trim and headliner, ensuring a clean, factory look with no dangling wires or messy suction cups.
- A-Pillar Safe Routing: Safety is our priority. Our technicians route all dash cam wiring behind the factory side-curtain airbags, ensuring that your vehicle's critical safety systems are never obstructed or compromised.
- Precision Calibration: After the install, we help you set up the Thinkware Link app and calibrate the sensor settings for your specific vehicle. We ensure the G-sensor is tuned correctly so you don't get "false" impact alerts from every pothole on McEwen Drive.
- The 12-Volt Guarantee: We stand behind our work at our Whitby shop with a full 1-year parts and labor warranty. If you ever have a concern with the wiring or the mounting, we handle it right here—locally and quickly.
Thinkware IVOLT Mini BAB-50 External Battery Pack
Part Number BAB-50
$379 Installed includes cable
The Thinkware iVolt Mini (BAB-50) is a high-performance external battery pack engineered to extend your dash cam’s parking surveillance mode while protecting your vehicle’s factory battery. By acting as a dedicated power source, it eliminates the risk of "battery discharge" warnings and ensures your camera stays active long after the engine is turned off. Built with advanced LiFePo4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) technology, the BAB-50 is designed for extreme temperature resilience and long-term reliability, providing up to 20 hours of continuous power on a remarkably short charge. Its compact, low-profile chassis allows for a discreet installation under seats or behind the dashboard, making it the essential upgrade for drivers who require round-the-clock security without compromising their vehicle's electrical integrity.
Key Highlights
- Extended Parking Mode: Provides up to 20 hours of power for a single-channel camera or 16 hours for a dual-channel system.
Rapid Charging: Fully recharges in approximately 45 minutes while driving (when hardwired), ensuring it's ready for the next time you park. - Battery Protection: Powers the dash cam independently to prevent wear and tear or drainage on your vehicle’s main battery.
- Advanced LiFePo4 Cells: Utilizes Lithium Iron Phosphate for superior thermal stability and a lifespan of up to 1,500 charge cycles.
- Universal Compatibility: Works seamlessly with all Thinkware dash cam models and is compatible with most other 3-wire hardwired dash cam brands.
- Compact Design: Small form factor enables easy, hidden installation even in compact vehicles or spaces with limited room.
Thinkware IVOLT Xtra BAB-95 External Battery Pack
Part Number BAB-95
$529 Installed includes cable
The Thinkware iVolt Xtra (BAB-95) is a premium, high-capacity power solution designed for drivers who demand the absolute maximum in parking surveillance. As the more powerful sibling to the iVolt Mini, the BAB-95 offers a significant 66% boost in capacity, providing enough energy to power a dual-channel dash cam for up to 27 hours—or a staggering 40 days in Energy Saving Mode. Encased in a sophisticated aluminum body, it features integrated Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to monitor battery health and charge levels directly from your smartphone via a dedicated app. Whether you are protecting a high-end luxury vehicle or a daily driver, the iVolt Xtra ensures your dash cam stays vigilant during long-term parking without ever drawing from your vehicle’s factory battery.
Key Highlights
- High-Capacity Performance: Boasts a 7500mAh (96Wh) capacity, delivering up to 27 hours of runtime for dual-channel systems and up to 37 hours for single-channel setups
- Energy Saving Breakthrough: Supports ultra-long-term surveillance, keeping your camera powered for up to 960 hours (40 days) in Energy Saving Mode.
- Smart Bluetooth App: Features a companion app to check real-time battery percentage, temperature, and estimated time to full charge from your phone.
- Fast Charging Technology: Despite its large capacity, it fully recharges in just 55 minutes of driving time when hardwired.
- Enhanced Safety & Durability: Utilizes LiFePo4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) cells for superior heat resistance and a lifespan three times longer than standard lithium-ion batteries.
- Added Versatility: Includes a built-in USB port to charge mobile devices or secondary accessories while the vehicle is running.
