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Questions tagged [backup-camera]

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Is it okay to splice a backup camera into the reverse lights?

I saw another thread that was similar, but it didn't a definitive or clear answer on the matter. I'll be brief. I want to install a Nexus 7 (2012) tablet in the dash of my car. I want it to be able to display video from a backup camera that I will…
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How is video transmitted in the car? (E.g., from backup camera to NAV display.)

Does video from the backup camera or side mirror camera travel to the (NAV) display via the CAN bus or some other mechanism? I'm really curious if you can get access in some way to that video - or replace it. (E.g., grab it from the bus and put it…
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Is it possible to replace the I20 rear parking camera lens

Someone scratched my car's rear parking camera and broke the lens. However, the camera is still working fine. I'm thinking that the lens would be less expensive than filing an insurance claim, and I'd like to try fixing it myself. Can anybody help…
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How can I prevent the backup camera from turning off in a Volkswagen Passat 2014 when going backward at over ~30 km/h?

When using a Volkswagen Passat 2014 and going backward, I notice that the backup camera turn off when I start gaining speed (over > ~30 km/h). How can I prevent the backup camera from turning off?
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Nissan Versa 2014 reverse light wire

I have a backup camera to set up, but checking which wires go to which light isn't easy since the bulbs are mounted onto a circuit board instead of visually being able to see where the wires go. Upon a little research I see that other models use the…
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No Reverse signal in car harness. Connection comes from reverse light?

So a while back i setup an aftermarket touchscreen radio that has reverse cam support but my car harness does not have a reverse signal wire and the new radio harness does, of course. Where does the reverse signal come from on the car? I think im…
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Stereo buzzing noise when lights not on; recently installed reversing camera

I have an Xtrons stereo head unit. I have attached a reversing camera that switches the camera image to the head unit automatically when I put the vehicle into reverse and switches back again when I release from reverse. If the external lights are…
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Anyone know how to upgrade rear backup camera on VW Routan or Chrysler Town & Country minivan (2009 model)?

It's got really crappy video quality. So blurry and useless. Plus the backup camera does not come with guide lines so you cannot distance to object. Has anyone upgraded it themselves with a new camera lens or new kit off eBay or other ideas? Like…
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Rear camera screen flickering

https://youtu.be/c4g_W9xNboQ video of it flickering. I've tested the output voltage of the 12v socket, and it's around 20v! Question about that here; Battery high voltage (multimeter was busted, volts are normal) Whenever I am in neutral, or geared…
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Why don't we have distance lines on a Skoda reversing camera?

We just got ourselves a new Skoda Superb with a reversing camera but it doesn't show the distance lines that apparently should appear on it. We test drove the Passat and saw it had distance lines on it and the Skoda manual also shows distance lines…
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Supplying power to rear camera from one of two sources (OR gate)

I'm installing a rear camera in my 2004 Jeep TJ with a new radio head unit with a large display. The head unit I'm using automatically switches to the backup camera when the camera video feed is enabled. The camera video is enabled when it receives…
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Safe way to install infotainment box

I am installing a video interface box into my Mercedes, this enables me to add support for a reversing camera feed. I have positioned the video interface box behind the infotainment screen like so: For safety, should I wrap the whole thing in tesa…
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possible to record rearview camera footage while parked in a parking lot

I have a friend who has a recent Lexus with a rearview camera. She was curious if it was possible to run the camera while parked on the street or in a commercial parking lot and save the footage to a flash card or something else. Would this be…
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Correct Relay Splicing Methodology (Backup Camera & Reverse Wire)?

Some of you may recall my previous thread where I asked what the best way to splice a webcam into the reverse wire of a car. While these questions are similar in topic, this one focuses in on the specific use of the relay, and the problem I have…
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Is there a camera system for cars that can record the front, rear, and inside of the car at the same time?

I am looking for a camera security system that would provide a dashcam but also be able to: record what is happening behind my car (like a backup camera, except this one would record while I am driving forward). record the interior (backseat) of a…
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