Looking to install an XTVA converta-com and want to use the 12 volt power lead from the lighter plug to provide ignition switched control point for unit. Due to limited power points and not wanting to use battery connection for this wire, any thoughts? This is the only true ignition switched point in truck
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XTVA Installation
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mmckenna
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Should be fine. I've tapped cigarette lighter feeds to control the ignition switched circuit on radios without issues.
But it really depends on the vehicle, some are better than others. Just be aware it may be a noise source if you start having problems.
However, if you shared the year/make/model of your truck, you may find that someone is aware of a better ignition switched circuit point.
But it really depends on the vehicle, some are better than others. Just be aware it may be a noise source if you start having problems.
However, if you shared the year/make/model of your truck, you may find that someone is aware of a better ignition switched circuit point.
mmckenna
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OK.
I found that on many GM trucks the wiring for most accessories existed in the vehicle, and just were not hooked up. On the 2005 era Chevy Colorado's we had at work, I was able to find the sun roof circuit taped off behind the A pillar on the drivers side. I'd extend that wire to the radio for ignition sense. and pop a 3 amp fuse in the sun roof slot. Worked really well and super easy.
Ciggy lighter will probably work just fine, but if you start having RFI issues, that's a good place to start sniffing around.
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