SmartyCam 3 Compatibility: Skoda Fabia R5

SmartyCam 3 GP Compatibility With Skoda Fabia R5

Equipped with a heavy-duty bullet camera, the SmartyCam 3 GP has been specifically designed to withstand extreme motorsport environments. By integrating directly to the Skoda Fabia R5’s ECU through its CAN system, the SmartyCam 3 GP can overlay critical performance data—such as speed, RPM and gear position—directly onto HD video footage in real time. Key features of the SmartyCam 3 GP include:

• Automatic start/stop: The camera automatically begins recording when the engine is turned on/off, ensuring no data is missed.
• Bullet camera design: With additional mounting solutions, the compact, external bullet camera can be mounted in tight spaces or outside the car if desired.
• Robust construction: The global shutter CMOS sensor provides a distortion-free video, even under the high vibration and high speed rally conditions.
• Plug & play installation: The cables and harnesses in the kit match the Fabia’s loom, eliminating the need for complex rewiring. This ensures quick and secure installation that won’t interfere with the car’s existing electronics.
• Telemetry integration: Overlays critical performance data directly over the footage, making it ideal for post-session analysis.

The Skoda Fabia R5 (2015 – 2018 and Rally2 EVO models from 2019) features a loom extension supplied by the car manufacturer, which has a DTM 4 pin connector on one end carrying CAN and power supply contacts.

For this installation, please refer to the following pinout of the “video camera communication loom” DTM 4 ways connector and connection table:

Channels received by Aim devices configured with Skoda Fabia R5 protocol are:

Technical note: Not all data channels outlined in the ECU template are validated for each manufacturer’s model or variant; some of the outlined channels are model and year-specific, and therefore may not be applicable. 

SmartyCam 3 Dual Compatibility With Skoda Fabia R5

Much like the SmartyCam 3 GP, the bullet cameras are compact and can be mounted in various locations of the Fabia. However, the SmartyCam 3 Dual takes video analysis one step further by allowing drivers and teams to simultaneously record multiple viewpoints with two bullet cameras. Here are some of the SmartyCam 3 Dual’s key features that can enhance the Skoda Fabia R5’s data collection:

• Automatic start/stop: The camera automatically begins recording when the engine is turned on/off, ensuring no data is missed.
• Bullet camera design: With additional mounting solutions, the compact, external bullet camera can be mounted in tight spaces or outside the car if desired.
• Dual perspectives: Capture views of both the road and the cockpit that synchronises with the car’s data for a comprehensive understanding of vehicle dynamics and driver actions.
• Plug & play installation: The cables and harnesses in the kit match the Fabia’s loom, eliminating the need for complex rewiring. This ensures quick and secure installation that won’t interfere with the car’s existing electronics.
• Telemetry integration: Overlays critical performance data directly—such as speed, RPM and gear position—onto video footage in real time over the footage, making it ideal for post-session analysis.
• Robust construction: Built to withstand the rigours of rally racing, including exposure to dust, vibrations and varying temperatures.

The Skoda Fabia R5 (2015 – 2018 and Rally2 EVO models from 2019) features a loom extension supplied by the car manufacturer, which has a DTM 4 pin connector on one end carrying CAN and power supply contacts. By connecting to the CAN network, the SmartyCam 3 Dual can access real time data from the car’s ECU. This data can be overlaid onto the video footage, offering a synchronised display of performance parameters alongside the video recording.

For this installation, please refer to the following pinout of the “video camera communication loom” DTM 4 ways connector and connection table:

Channels received by Aim devices configured with Skoda Fabia R5 protocol are:

Technical note: Not all data channels outlined in the ECU template are validated for each manufacturer’s model or variant; some of the outlined channels are model and year-specific, and therefore may not be applicable. 

Why Choose A SmartyCam 3 For The Skoda Fabia R5?

When integrated into the Fabia’s electrical systems, Aim SmartyCams each provide HD video, synchronised with performance telemetry overlays. This seamless integration helps rally car drivers and teams to analyse and refine their performance to get the best results during competitive rally settings.

Overall, all three cameras are designed to withstand the rigours of motorsport environments and offer customisable data overlays to suit specific analysis requirements. To learn more about how each camera can be integrated into your Skoda Fabia R5’s setup, please visit the following pages:

• Skoda Fabia R5 Aim SmartyCam 3 Corsa Kit
• Skoda Fabia R5 Aim SmartyCam 3 GP Kit
• Skoda Fabia R5 Aim SmartyCam 3 Dual Kit