Brand: GARMIN
Category: Automotive Electronics
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for Dash Cam Mini 3
Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:45 a.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2024-01-01
Getting Started
- Installing a Memory Card: Insert a compatible microSD card into the slot until it clicks.
- Removing the Memory Card: Disconnect power, wait for LEDs to turn off, press the card until it clicks, then release.
Device Overview
- Button 1: Press to save a video clip, hold to enter pairing mode.
- Button 2: Press to enable/disable audio recording, hold to format the memory card.
Installing the Camera on Your Windshield
- Clean the windshield.
- Attach the adhesive mount, ensuring a clear view.
Connecting the Camera to Vehicle Power
- Plug the power cable into the camera and then into the vehicle's power outlet.
- The camera turns on and starts recording automatically.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| My camera feels warm while it is operating | Garmin cameras are designed for the automotive environment; it is normal for them to become warm or hot. |
| The status LEDs are flashing yellow | The camera has detected a problem with the memory card. Verify a memory card is installed and format the memory card. |
| My memory card has degraded and needs to be replaced | Periodically format the card, format it if a memory card error alert is displayed, or replace it with a new, high-quality card. |
| My video recordings are blurry | Clean the camera lens and the windshield. Ensure the area in front of the camera is clear of obstructions. |
| My video recordings are choppy or incomplete | Use a high-quality memory card, try viewing videos in a location with less wireless interference, transfer recordings, format the memory card, or update the device software. |