You are correct about the Car Rover camera being OEM. They used to advertise it as OEM and it was only to be used on those models. Even though it is NTSC, I believe the reason that they specified only for those models was because of the way it mounts. Basically, it needs to be mounted to a horizontal surface. Since it dimensionally worked out perfect for the lift gate handle on Saturn Vues (and any other Theta platform vehicle like Buick Rendezvous, Opels, and many others.) I bought it. What caught me off-guard was the mounting nut will not slide over the connector, so I had to drill a larger hole and a smaller hole and make a key hole out of them to push it through the big hole, and then slide it rearward into the slot, and then tighten the retaining nut. I've used mine for a long time, and it works really well. It is impossible to even see the camera from behind the vehicle. When I slide it back in the slot the edge contacts the recess of the handle and squares it up, and it sits in the recess so that you cannot even see the cameras from the back. However they work perfectly. It is/was available in many different finishes by many different vendors. Chrome worked for one of our Standard Vues, and Red for the Redline. I was just came across your video while looking to see if there was anything better out there before I purchased another one. I agree, it would be WONDERFUL to have the radar too and not fiddle with those sensors in the bumper cover and a separate indicator. I will probably use the same one because its like made for Theta platform lift gates, and the radar one would not look as good and would be more work for me. What I would like to come up with is something that will trigger another camera for the front while parking, like the backup lights do for the rear camera. We don't maintain the cameras at all and have never cleaned them. They work good in the low light of backup lights. It is grainy, about like the old 1 lux video cameras, but still very easy to clearly identify anything behind the vehicle for a good distance. I can see how the little ring of LEDs are useful to a video camera or surveillance camera, but to portray a little ring of LEDs around a backup camera as having significance on a vehicle, to me is laughable. They would be dwarfed to insignificance by taillights and brake lights, let alone backup lights.
What I'm having trouble coming up with is a good trigger for the front. The back is easy because you can use the backup light circuit to trigger it. There is a technology difference also between the Car Rover and the other two. The docs say that the Car Rover uses a CCD while the other two use CMOS. In general, the CMOS is cheaper but doesn't do as well with colors, contrasts, or low light. If you do CMOS, you want the Sony 1/3" Super CMOS.
You can use the driving lights and have a switch to trigger it. OR Some new head units have the ability to summon the camera just by clicking a button....which is a glorified version of running a switch
I was thinking something as automatic as the backup camera. Perhaps brake brake lights on, in a gear other than reverse, below a certain speed, etc. LOL! Maybe your running light or switch idea IS the way to go. LOL! Even inexpensive monitors have two inputs with one having priority over the other so when you switched into reverse it would ignore the front camera. One thing that would require some thought is how to keep a front camera clean. Perhaps one like the Car Rover with its down-angle and set back a little would work. (I do love the radar though) One thing that set the Car-Rover-type cameras apart was their ability to handle the cold. A lot of cameras quit working for people in cold weather. Ours work at -18, but they don't look the same. I don't know if that was a camera or monitor issue. With the front there is also the issue of engine heat in the summer. Thinking out loud, Auto Android with devices like my Samsung Note III Phablet is where we are all headed. LOL! I have Bluetooth headsets with auto dialing, automatic dash cam, navigation, GPS speedometer, communication, Internet, radio, TV, music, weather, time, planner, records all of our telephone conversations, records meetings, document with the camera, family pictures, marketing videos and presentations, tracks business miles and provides invoicing time on site, where people are so you know who to send where, credit card, banking, and ODBII information are all in one place. NFC tags already are able to cause my phablet to switch automatically when I get into the vehicle if I want it to, and it is with me wherever I go. What I'm missing is HD cameras front and rear,. "Ask not how well your phablet works with the car; ask how well does the car work with your phablet." LOL! What I need right now is another monitor, backup camera, and I would dearly love a front camera for another 2007 Saturn Vue we have. LOL! If every vehicle were a sedan there would be much less need for them but today's vehicles have far, far more blind spots than in decades prior.
I have a 2014 Subaru Outback with no backup camera. I am using these videos to learn how to do it. This video helped me very much as I am learning how to install my own backup camera. Now I have to find a video on monitors as my car has not monitor either. Thank you Raymond.
+Bernard Gallant Check out other videos in my channel for ideas...but this maybe what you need, unless you want to change out your whole Radio ua-cam.com/video/F8mNytVYuds/v-deo.html
- Night Vision means that the IR filter from the lenses have been removed - UK used/uses PAL for analog video , not NTSC , no related to the language spoken - The video system ( PAL/ NTSC ) is irrelevant if it's going to be a closed circuit in the car, unless you are using the OEM video system existing in the car.
You can pretty easily install the buzzer in a constant power vehicle... just wire the positive terminal through the reverse light, and it will only turn on when the light goes on...
Raymond....I couldn't read thru all the comments to see if it was covered or not, but for the radar camera and the issue with the alarm constantly going off due to being attached to a constant power, what you have to do is splice the power line into your reverse light bulb wire so when you place your car in reverse it sends power to both the reverse light bulb and the radar sensor and turns it off when you come out of reverse gear. Hope that helps! Thanks for the video.
Im not overly concerned with how clear the camera or monitor is. What im more concerned about is does it work. Avoiding obstacles below the view of the rear view mirror ie "blind spot" is what i need. I do appreaciate the review on these products. It helps when your researching products. So, Thank you.
that buzzer can b set up either way all you have to do is either put a switch in, or easier yet, simply wire it in with the reverse lights, it draws a minute amount of power but if u were paranoid about it you could use a relay, the fuse panels right there so it would b really easy to do. so to recap all you have to do is wire the hot for backup cam into the reverse lights, it will definitely not hurt anything thats a perfectly sound way im an electronics engineer
+Travis Miller That's what I ended up doing was wiring it up to a relay: ua-cam.com/video/MNWNAC7kNUA/v-deo.html Been almost a year now and it's still works like the day I got it.
Hello Raymond, Concerning the radar backup beeper, you can run a relay off of the reverse light circuit and that will address your concern. On my Porsches, the lighters were constantly on, so I added a relay that operated off of the ignition so that the DVR cameras would start and stop with the vehicles. I did not check all of your comments, but if I am repeating someone else's suggestion, apologies. Did you ever install the radar camera? The hole size must be large to accommodate the cable ends and as you pointed out, the hole will not be behind the mount.
gordon That's exactly what I did. I tapped I to the reverse light wire and added a capacitor to deal with the SAM unit (I have a video for that). And yes I did install it...and I wasn't alone +j.l also did the install and a few others did also. It's a NICE camera!
Great, thanks. Sorry to be an unending PITA, but why did you need a capacitor and which video concerns the "capacitor to deal with the SAM unit" (I assume that you specify the capacitor in the video)?
I had just brought a new Jeep Wrangler I was watching your video and I was wondering which amber is better the ones you have to wire or the one that you can add to your phone.I really enjoyed watching you video and you explain everything very well of hooking up the camera. And if you can remember me for a winner when you do chose a winner, but regardless if a winner or not I will continue watching you videos because I like how you are honest and explain where you can understand.THANK YOU!
I noticed something different between the Car Rover and the ones I'm using. The ones I'm using uses the Sony CCD 1/3". I notice the price went up about $12, but you might want to try one of those. Check out on Amazon Sincere -Night Vision Car Rear View Camera 170 Degree. That one also has the Sony CCD 1/3. First, the 1/3 CCDs do better at night because of their size. Secondly, they are a lot clearer because they have more scan lines. The CCD technology, as opposed to CMOS, AND TVL (for analog cameras and monitors), which regulates horizontal resolution, are the major factors. Both add some cost. The Car Rover is CCD, while the other two you reviewed are CMOS, which is why you liked the image so much better on the Car Rover. However, the Car Rover is 420 TVL while the Sony CCD 1/3 is 600. Backup wide-format monitors are typically 800 x 480. The Sony 1/3 CCD can do up to 811x508 while the 1/4" CCD can only do 510x496, which means it only has about 60% of the picture quality and missing quite a bit of low-light performance. Cheap, little monitors do not have the smarts to do math and intelligently construct missing information like newer TVs do. Another thing that can help, although I don't have one, is to get the 120 degree field of view instead of 170, but if you need 170, you need 170. I know you can get You can get TVL up to around 1000, but I haven't seen a backup camera with 1000 TVL.
+Jack T thank you for all of this information and for updating me about car Rovers increase in price. I don't think there is a backup camera with 1000tvl that I'm aware of that exist. I'm sure other subscribers will find this information to be useful.
I have never seen anyone do a comparison test on anything like you did. So, thanks. I am considering upgrading my wife's 2013 Toyota radio to accept such a device, so I have been poking around UA-cam for help. Thanks.
The blinking light in your trunk should be the trunk release from inside. If a person gets put in trunk, s/he can find the trunk release following the blinking light and escape (as seen on tv news).
Akin Brown It's not discontinued, everyone is buying it lol. I have emailed Esky and they are working on it. There are other manufacturers with the same product www.amazon.com/dp/B01F3B91Y6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_f9uFzb3AT64G8
I drive a Audi A6 and it's got a very good back up camera with all round sona with directional audible sound in the interior so I know how come I get to object from different angles. Great video tho
Thanks, and congratulations to the winner. Love your Mercedes vids. Are you going to change your camera then? I have the faceliftet C-class '12. Do you think installation will be as easy as on yours? Thanks.
I have been looking for a camera for a few weeks I ranked the same one 1st. I have led tails so night Vision is not a problem I like the radar tech from a few cars ago and I also miss the noise for some reason. Thanks
+Raymond Sinan The radar really does set it apart from the rest. It's been on my car now for almost 5 months and still works great! Its gotten me out of my REALLY tight spots.
I'm so impressed at how much effort you put into making your videos. As you well know there are some really bad ones out there. This helps me to decide if I really want to install one and which brand if so. Thanks keep it up.
I don't know about all these cams, I've been messing about with Amazon backup cams for the past 3 years, they all crap out at some stage, end up leaking or just plain crap out. I had one like you liked with the solid construction with the single screw, installed like a champ but it leaked. I have another one now, also seems solid but image is soft and the angle is strange. I am almost ready to give up on STD def and rig up some type of HD camera with long HDMI cable.
+Jacana Productions lol that would be interesting to see. My radar camera has been on my car now for a year and it's still as sharp as a the day I bought it. Yea I have seen a trend with shitty cameras Installed by dealerships. So far Tesla and Mazda are ranking as some of the worst IMO
Michael Shetler great that you brought that up! I have tried wireless installs in the past and find that they have ALOT of interference in cities. I know a few people speak highly of Peral Rearvision but at a price point of $500 its something alot of consumers dont want to pay... heck you could get a new Radio and camera for less in most situations.... with that being said Wiring isn't actually that bad. Just takes a little bit of patience and mapping 😀
cars have a reverse light so it would never get that dark, like it was in the trunk cameras and our eyes need some source of light for it to work and see so they only way a back up camera could see that number plate in the boot is , if it had its own source of light
I think all those 3 cameras are equipped with passive infrared sensor, they don't have an infrared emitter (as active infrared sensor), so it can't see any thing inside the car trunk.
Great video. When you find a NIGHT camera that works. Please advise. I am torn by the best made VS. the radar one. Seen all (?) videos dealing with C300. Now rather then spending $800+ , I can buy parts for under $50. Use my labor. Being retired, is cheap😊
GREAT VIDEO! Raymond, what GPS/BACKUP Monitor do you recommend to be used with the E-SKY 170 Radar Camera that won in this comparison? Thank you very much for your input. I am ready to order these items.
Jose Rios Great car for subwoofers!! ok I would install: Pioneer MVH-AV290BT then you will also need Scosche TA2105-B and then you need a harness if you have steering wheel controls you need PAC RP4.2-TY11 Wiring Interface. IF you don't have steering wheel buttons then Metra 70-1761 Receiver Wiring Harness. Then you will need a camera...may I recommend the ESky with Radar lol. Also check out my channel this video should give you confidence: ua-cam.com/video/anhNlx3vXBc/v-deo.html
Raymond, thanks for the camera review. The lic. plate u have is from 'Portugal' not Poland. Hence the 'P' under the EU circle of stars stripe on the right. Poland would be 'PL' country code.
You should just connect the power of the camera as well as the radar on the reverse light, in that way, it will only receive power from the reverse light when you're on reverse.
I have picked up the Esky EC170-36. I would like to see a video soon on how you managed to install it in your vehicle. The only install guides on this camera model are not in english on youtube. The cables from the camera unit are too large to fit through the holes that are available, or I would have to cut and drill large holes in the back of the car.
the video was great and informative, but you only mention the names of each unit 1 time.....had to keep rewinding to made sure of the brand, but most have different models..Are all models the same?
+Trehn Hazelwood You are correct. Many manufacturers have different models. These 3 specific ones are Amazons best sellers. I left multiple links in the description for each one.
Quick question... you every thought about putting 3 backup cameras on the trunk... (or in the car period) and then be able to switch between the 3 to see different angles... I would love to see the versatility of 3 camera views...
+Jah Cousteauu I thought about it.... Then thought of how annoying it would be to have 3 screens in the car. The new cars can do that since they have the software for it. I do plan on adding a from camera to the car. And Wellington.
Nicely put together video. Why didn't you do the obvious, and wire up to the reversing light. If it gives a fault, maybe a relay to switch the permanent power. On the illumination front, you;ve forgotten about the reversing lights, should be plenty, i'm pretty sure they should be saying "low light capable" The fact that the emergency hostage button is a thing, cracked me up. #only in America I find it fascinating that 1 radar sensor can do the job of 2 or 4, the sensor doesn't look shaped, would think that would cause false side alarms!
+bridgendesar Great observation, and I did end up installing the radar on the car as you described. ua-cam.com/video/X-gt8IOlSZo/v-deo.html You are correct about the low light, it completely correct. The reverse light are plenty and now with the led upgrade it's like daylight and amazing night quality too. I was just upset that they falsely use IR as the form of advertising. As for the camera I love it and refer it enough, it is only one sensor so it may not be as fast a 4 sensors to measure distance but realistically I'm not flooring it in reverse after I buy my groceries lol!
Nice video. I am looking for a backup camera myself. I have the pioneer sph-da120. Do you know if the cameras tested will work with that? It has the same video input, but i am not sure if these cameras are model specific, or just goes with anything.
+Raymond Urias ..I was thinking that I could run power to backup lights.and,then run (yellow video cable) to head unit..And then hook that little red wire to reverse signal..what's your thoughts??
The little red wire is a 12v lead. Some installers like to get the reverse signal from within the front of the car and this little red wire transfer that 12v signal to the back up camera. I personally like to go to the reverse light and run a relay off of that. The best backup camera for your car would be the Car Rover it will be in 720p and that screen is in 1080 so it may have slight haze. Unfortunately unless that screen has an hmdi port you will never have a true 1080p camera
Very cool!!! I've been wanting one for a year or more but for my horse trailer! It's difficult to see to back it up in tight spaces. This would be such a great safety feature for me! Great video....thank you for the info!!
Hi Raymond, I have a 2011 Ford Mondeo LX TDCI Wagon. I have stock park assist sensors on my car, so I really don't want that loud and annoying beep sounding device. Can I use the camera without connecting that beep maker at all? Please note, I have no idea what a constant power stuff is. so help me please. Thank you.
21:00 you mentioned camera #3 (radar cam) wasn't as good quality as the one you currently had installed on the Mercedes. Which camera is that? I want one with the highest video quality.
benefactionhindrance being honest it was a 2 way fight between the car Rover and Radar. You can't go wrong with either of them. I installed the one with Radar since quality was good and it had extra features. ua-cam.com/video/X-gt8IOlSZo/v-deo.html
With the radar camera will you still be able to hear any audio Tone If you do not use the buzzer? I would like to install this vehicle in a pickup truck just not certain on the use of the buzzer and where to locate it due to the short distance of the buzzer chord.
+Eric Alfred great question you can use any buzzer you wish (I personally find this one very satisfying) as long as it has positive and negative leads. You will have to cut the old buzzer off and extended the cables for your truck and solder on the new buzzer if you change it.
Hey Ray. Did you make a video on how you ran the wire ( video)to your srceen?? I'm thinking of going through drivers side floor panels..still haven't made it home too install yet.?But ,can't wait. Lol..thanks. ..Joe
+Raymond Urias ..I believe I did Raymond....My friend watching our place said,that a package had arrived. ..but,I won't be home until Tuesday...Can't wait!!! Lollll.thank you......Joe
My 2009 w204 doesn't come equipped with a back up camera. Is it possible to purchase one and install on the current screen. Note my screen is not the fold screen! ? Thank you
Must be fate that I came across this video. I JUST bought my 2012 C300 this week and was hoping I can install a camera. Thanks for doing the leg work on this. Hope I get picked for the free camera!
Hey Raymond, maybe I missed it in one of your videos. I’m planning on getting the radar camera for my wife’s 2013 c350 and I was wondering what do I have to buy to convert the cameras RCA video output plug to the factory head unit input? Thank you
HI ray. Me again..lol..I bought that same car rover for my bmw..When you installed this for your video.were you using a relay? ..as you know,the plug is completely different. Last question...what do you think of the trunk handle camera versions? Thanks. Raymond.
The first time I didn't use a relay. I used a relay when the Sam unit started messing with it. It would work for 1 second then look like snow. I make it a standard practice to use a relay or capacitor now regardless of what make and model
You don't have to tell me..LOL.Really not a big fan on how they set up the wiring on this car r camera..Rather have a separate video wire going to radio..no biggie though..Thanks Ray...Relay going in Saturday..Freakin snowing here..lol..
Been seeing a lot of compliants on these cheap back up camera that with the first rain they get ruined..can you do some sorta test on the winner if rain will ruin it Thanks
+shlomy reich well if any test mine has been on my car for 10 months and has survived hurricane Irma. So I can safely say these test are complete BS. There is a component in the video line that can't get wet. But since these are all for cars that component will never get wet. I'll do a 10 Month follow up of the one on my car.
Jay C. Comedy Like any LCD monitor or vehicle specific screen. If you are looking for a REALLY easy and CHEAP good kit I recommend this: ua-cam.com/video/F8mNytVYuds/v-deo.html
Hi Raymond, I've bought the camera with radar inspired by your review :) But unable to mount the camera. Could you please make a video showing step by step instruction about how to mount the camera? It will be much appreciated.Thanks
Raymond Urias,Thanks for the quick reply.By the way , my car is Honda Accord 2010 LX-P and the tag area is made of non plastic material.As Esky claimed 'No drilling required and easy to install'.Is there any way to install the radar camera without drilling? Do you have any guidance for me on this? By the way, the link for the video you posted imho, you fast forwarded most valuable part of the camera installation.Please Keep your video without fast forwarding in the future.Please note that every frame of your video is valuable for the DYI people around the world. I'm a subscriber of your channel though :)
Md. Raishul Islam Honda Accord, That's a fun car to play around with!!! I remember when I was in high school messing around with Honda civics...I miss those days...I haven't worked on a Honda in a long time, mainly because they come with everything now from the factory 😅. About the fast forward...That's totally my fault, I'm always trying to find a balance of fun, knowledge and time. I know if the videos are to long it may discourage people from taking the challenge. I try my best to work on that. As for your car I would definitely drill it in BUT if that not your thing you could always use 3M Automotive tape and route the wire into the license plate light housing. I did an install on a Nissan a month ago... Maybe that video will be better for you, I think it will: ua-cam.com/video/qV5IApZDvK8/v-deo.html Also THANK YOU for being awesome and subscribing!!!
I would really love the back up camera. I have been wanting to buy a back up camera on my c300 for a while now and thanks to this video I know how!! Thanks for the great video keep making more 👍
Hey, can you make a video or explain how to plug the cabels in the radio? it wasn't really clear in the other video. thank you for the videos they help a lot:)
Boucif Reggani yes I have and it is SICK as Fuuuuudge. After I finish the appearance package I'll hit the sound system and install Android IOS... maybe lol
Thank you for making these videos, I have a Mercedes GLK350 and I am looking to add a back up camera does the GLK need power on all the time or just power from backup light? Thanks
Hi! I just bought a 2015 base Tacoma, and I'm wondering if this would work in it. The radio has a display, but it doesn't run apps or fancy stuff. It does connect to Bluetooth, has direct USB aux port, and has the regular radio stuff. Can you help me out, please?
lohengrinknight they have alot of kits for your car. Just find one with your radio. The base model for that year has 2 different radios...don't ask me why. Check this out: www.amazon.com/dp/B00KCAX4VU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kXdAzbVDN7W0Q
Raymond Urias Thanks! I checked the link out and that seems to be the right one for my Tacoma. The price is a little bulky, though, so I'm gonna see if I can find them at a cheaper price. Thanks again.
Ray, is there any good wireless backup and front camera dual display? Want to install on my Mercedes Metris. It has only a small radio display, so no navi.
James Bond There are several. If you want a front camera on this car you would need this: www.midcityengineering.com/product/video-in-motion-vim204/ Then run a trigger switch to activate it. Or you could upgrade your head unit and toggle between the two. TOPTIERPRO TTP-C12B Multi-functional Car Rear View / Front View / Side View Backup Camera & Hidden Spy Camera www.amazon.com/dp/B018800TR2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8CaTzb51634PV
Very helpful I'm looking to get a back up camera for my wife's car especially now that we have our 2 grand babies Mon through Friday. Baby sitting. Look forward to hearing from you as I may be a winner. Thank you very much keep up the good work 👍😊
Interesting as all 2018 cars now have to have a backup camera by law. Was looking at a 2018 Rogue and it seems to be as blurry and shitty as my current Amazon camera. Guess the law didn't saw it actually had to be clear and not cheap!
You are correct about the Car Rover camera being OEM. They used to advertise it as OEM and it was only to be used on those models. Even though it is NTSC, I believe the reason that they specified only for those models was because of the way it mounts. Basically, it needs to be mounted to a horizontal surface. Since it dimensionally worked out perfect for the lift gate handle on Saturn Vues (and any other Theta platform vehicle like Buick Rendezvous, Opels, and many others.) I bought it. What caught me off-guard was the mounting nut will not slide over the connector, so I had to drill a larger hole and a smaller hole and make a key hole out of them to push it through the big hole, and then slide it rearward into the slot, and then tighten the retaining nut. I've used mine for a long time, and it works really well. It is impossible to even see the camera from behind the vehicle. When I slide it back in the slot the edge contacts the recess of the handle and squares it up, and it sits in the recess so that you cannot even see the cameras from the back. However they work perfectly. It is/was available in many different finishes by many different vendors. Chrome worked for one of our Standard Vues, and Red for the Redline.
I was just came across your video while looking to see if there was anything better out there before I purchased another one. I agree, it would be WONDERFUL to have the radar too and not fiddle with those sensors in the bumper cover and a separate indicator. I will probably use the same one because its like made for Theta platform lift gates, and the radar one would not look as good and would be more work for me. What I would like to come up with is something that will trigger another camera for the front while parking, like the backup lights do for the rear camera. We don't maintain the cameras at all and have never cleaned them. They work good in the low light of backup lights. It is grainy, about like the old 1 lux video cameras, but still very easy to clearly identify anything behind the vehicle for a good distance. I can see how the little ring of LEDs are useful to a video camera or surveillance camera, but to portray a little ring of LEDs around a backup camera as having significance on a vehicle, to me is laughable. They would be dwarfed to insignificance by taillights and brake lights, let alone backup lights.
Jack T I do have plans for a front facing camera Install and review. Thanks for all the info!
What I'm having trouble coming up with is a good trigger for the front. The back is easy because you can use the backup light circuit to trigger it.
There is a technology difference also between the Car Rover and the other two. The docs say that the Car Rover uses a CCD while the other two use CMOS. In general, the CMOS is cheaper but doesn't do as well with colors, contrasts, or low light. If you do CMOS, you want the Sony 1/3" Super CMOS.
You can use the driving lights and have a switch to trigger it. OR Some new head units have the ability to summon the camera just by clicking a button....which is a glorified version of running a switch
I was thinking something as automatic as the backup camera. Perhaps brake brake lights on, in a gear other than reverse, below a certain speed, etc. LOL! Maybe your running light or switch idea IS the way to go. LOL! Even inexpensive monitors have two inputs with one having priority over the other so when you switched into reverse it would ignore the front camera.
One thing that would require some thought is how to keep a front camera clean. Perhaps one like the Car Rover with its down-angle and set back a little would work. (I do love the radar though) One thing that set the Car-Rover-type cameras apart was their ability to handle the cold. A lot of cameras quit working for people in cold weather. Ours work at -18, but they don't look the same. I don't know if that was a camera or monitor issue. With the front there is also the issue of engine heat in the summer.
Thinking out loud, Auto Android with devices like my Samsung Note III Phablet is where we are all headed. LOL! I have Bluetooth headsets with auto dialing, automatic dash cam, navigation, GPS speedometer, communication, Internet, radio, TV, music, weather, time, planner, records all of our telephone conversations, records meetings, document with the camera, family pictures, marketing videos and presentations, tracks business miles and provides invoicing time on site, where people are so you know who to send where, credit card, banking, and ODBII information are all in one place. NFC tags already are able to cause my phablet to switch automatically when I get into the vehicle if I want it to, and it is with me wherever I go. What I'm missing is HD cameras front and rear,. "Ask not how well your phablet works with the car; ask how well does the car work with your phablet." LOL!
What I need right now is another monitor, backup camera, and I would dearly love a front camera for another 2007 Saturn Vue we have. LOL! If every vehicle were a sedan there would be much less need for them but today's vehicles have far, far more blind spots than in decades prior.
It will have to due. I don't have a better idea other than perhaps a momentary contact switch and timer. Looking forward to what you come up with.
Thank you for the awesome comparison video, Now you can do a Best $30 Backup Camera of 2019/20!
I have a 2014 Subaru Outback with no backup camera. I am using these videos to learn how to do it. This video helped me very much as I am learning how to install my own backup camera. Now I have to find a video on monitors as my car has not monitor either. Thank you Raymond.
+Bernard Gallant Check out other videos in my channel for ideas...but this maybe what you need, unless you want to change out your whole Radio
ua-cam.com/video/F8mNytVYuds/v-deo.html
The licence plate is from Portugal
The shortcut for Polish licence plates is PL
Mauritz Mauritz I was wayyyy off. Thanks for telling me!
Raymond Urias no problem :D
was about to say that haha, i'm from portugal :P
88 is the first registration year of the car, and 06 is the month
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- Night Vision means that the IR filter from the lenses have been removed
- UK used/uses PAL for analog video , not NTSC , no related to the language spoken
- The video system ( PAL/ NTSC ) is irrelevant if it's going to be a closed circuit in the car, unless you are using the OEM video system existing in the car.
You can pretty easily install the buzzer in a constant power vehicle... just wire the positive terminal through the reverse light, and it will only turn on when the light goes on...
I watched your program and I’m very please that you went through the effort to run chores which cameras best is I appreciate your effort, Jerry
+TheJerry1946 thanks man!
Raymond....I couldn't read thru all the comments to see if it was covered or not, but for the radar camera and the issue with the alarm constantly going off due to being attached to a constant power, what you have to do is splice the power line into your reverse light bulb wire so when you place your car in reverse it sends power to both the reverse light bulb and the radar sensor and turns it off when you come out of reverse gear. Hope that helps! Thanks for the video.
+Frank Nere Thanks man that's what I ended up doing. Couldn't be happier with it.
Im not overly concerned with how clear the camera or monitor is. What im more concerned about is does it work. Avoiding obstacles below the view of the rear view mirror ie "blind spot" is what i need. I do appreaciate the review on these products. It helps when your researching products. So, Thank you.
that buzzer can b set up either way all you have to do is either put a switch in, or easier yet, simply wire it in with the reverse lights, it draws a minute amount of power but if u were paranoid about it you could use a relay, the fuse panels right there so it would b really easy to do. so to recap all you have to do is wire the hot for backup cam into the reverse lights, it will definitely not hurt anything thats a perfectly sound way im an electronics engineer
+Travis Miller That's what I ended up doing was wiring it up to a relay:
ua-cam.com/video/MNWNAC7kNUA/v-deo.html
Been almost a year now and it's still works like the day I got it.
Hey, you can turn off the display in the BMW and program one of the buttons on the radio to turn the screen off as soon as you click that button
James Baker BMW That's awesome, do you know the process of programing that?
Hello Raymond, Concerning the radar backup beeper, you can run a relay off of the reverse light circuit and that will address your concern. On my Porsches, the lighters were constantly on, so I added a relay that operated off of the ignition so that the DVR cameras would start and stop with the vehicles. I did not check all of your comments, but if I am repeating someone else's suggestion, apologies. Did you ever install the radar camera? The hole size must be large to accommodate the cable ends and as you pointed out, the hole will not be behind the mount.
gordon That's exactly what I did. I tapped I to the reverse light wire and added a capacitor to deal with the SAM unit (I have a video for that). And yes I did install it...and I wasn't alone +j.l also did the install and a few others did also. It's a NICE camera!
So how did you deal with the hole and what is the link to the video?
gordon It was not as bad as I thought...
ua-cam.com/video/X-gt8IOlSZo/v-deo.html
Great, thanks. Sorry to be an unending PITA, but why did you need a capacitor and which video concerns the "capacitor to deal with the SAM unit" (I assume that you specify the capacitor in the video)?
Thanks Raymond. I'm enjoying your Vids. on Back-up cameras! Trying to decide which to order.
I had just brought a new Jeep Wrangler I was watching your video and I was wondering which amber is better the ones you have to wire or the one that you can add to your phone.I really enjoyed watching you video and you explain everything very well of hooking up the camera. And if you can remember me for a winner when you do chose a winner, but regardless if a winner or not I will continue watching you videos because I like how you are honest and explain where you can understand.THANK YOU!
Hi Raymond... This is the guy from portugal you helped. It's a portuguese plate!
The camera on my car doesn't have radar! I kinda like it! I think the shade from those tree's are affecting your visibility of the license plate???
I like that you do this for people so they don't have to go out and buy ones that don't work if they buy the ones that are good one this.
+Lacharda Norris Thanks so much for that comment, I have been meaning to make more review videos.
I noticed something different between the Car Rover and the ones I'm using. The ones I'm using uses the Sony CCD 1/3". I notice the price went up about $12, but you might want to try one of those. Check out on Amazon Sincere -Night Vision Car Rear View Camera 170 Degree. That one also has the Sony CCD 1/3. First, the 1/3 CCDs do better at night because of their size. Secondly, they are a lot clearer because they have more scan lines. The CCD technology, as opposed to CMOS, AND TVL (for analog cameras and monitors), which regulates horizontal resolution, are the major factors. Both add some cost. The Car Rover is CCD, while the other two you reviewed are CMOS, which is why you liked the image so much better on the Car Rover. However, the Car Rover is 420 TVL while the Sony CCD 1/3 is 600. Backup wide-format monitors are typically 800 x 480. The Sony 1/3 CCD can do up to 811x508 while the 1/4" CCD can only do 510x496, which means it only has about 60% of the picture quality and missing quite a bit of low-light performance. Cheap, little monitors do not have the smarts to do math and intelligently construct missing information like newer TVs do. Another thing that can help, although I don't have one, is to get the 120 degree field of view instead of 170, but if you need 170, you need 170. I know you can get You can get TVL up to around 1000, but I haven't seen a backup camera with 1000 TVL.
+Jack T thank you for all of this information and for updating me about car Rovers increase in price. I don't think there is a backup camera with 1000tvl that I'm aware of that exist. I'm sure other subscribers will find this information to be useful.
I have never seen anyone do a comparison test on anything like you did. So, thanks. I am considering upgrading my wife's 2013 Toyota radio to accept such a device, so I have been poking around UA-cam for help. Thanks.
+tom721100 Thanks for the compliment. Check out the pioneer head units they are amazing and have a ton of features!
The blinking light in your trunk should be the trunk release from inside. If a person gets put in trunk, s/he can find the trunk release following the blinking light and escape (as seen on tv news).
Thomas W. Good ol Liam Neeson button
for the constant power on the buzzer one, you could put a relay on either the camera or the buzzer and run the relay to the radio
+Your Friendly Neighborhood Nerd You are 100% correct and that's exactly what I ultimately did.
*Side note awesome profile picture!
Raymond Urias thanks
WE DID IT! 100 SUBSCRIBERS! Thank you 👊. I will pick out the winners at random and make a video tonight 2-27-17 with the results!
Raymond Urias u can ur turn of the screen on the
328 .... u can turn of through I drive display settings
El TUPACANASO hey do you know how to do that? I tried and it doesn't let me on the 328i it's a 2016
Hey Raymond nice video bro but I can't find that Esky backup camera with the radar anywhere on amazon... Is it discontinued?
Akin Brown It's not discontinued, everyone is buying it lol. I have emailed Esky and they are working on it. There are other manufacturers with the same product
www.amazon.com/dp/B01F3B91Y6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_f9uFzb3AT64G8
I Really like the way you presented your video very simple I can understand and you speak very clearly
I drive a Audi A6 and it's got a very good back up camera with all round sona with directional audible sound in the interior so I know how come I get to object from different angles. Great video tho
+Theo Fennel that's a mighty car you have
Thanks, and congratulations to the winner. Love your Mercedes vids. Are you going to change your camera then?
I have the faceliftet C-class '12. Do you think installation will be as easy as on yours?
Thanks.
Spengler Thanks! I did change it out and installing it on your car is the same:
ua-cam.com/video/X-gt8IOlSZo/v-deo.html
I have been looking for a camera for a few weeks I ranked the same one 1st. I have led tails so night Vision is not a problem I like the radar tech from a few cars ago and I also miss the noise for some reason. Thanks
+Raymond Sinan The radar really does set it apart from the rest. It's been on my car now for almost 5 months and still works great! Its gotten me out of my REALLY tight spots.
Will it work on a Honda or a Chevrolet truck great videos
A flashlight into the trunk would show how well each will pick up ambient light...since they were all as dark...
Nice informative vid. Thanks
+Chas Youngs that would have been good.
I'm so impressed at how much effort you put into making your videos. As you well know there are some really bad ones out there. This helps me to decide if I really want to install one and which brand if so. Thanks keep it up.
Gracias Carnal ! lastima que ya no venden la cámara en Amazon...voy a buscarla en ebay.
I don't know about all these cams, I've been messing about with Amazon backup cams for the past 3 years, they all crap out at some stage, end up leaking or just plain crap out. I had one like you liked with the solid construction with the single screw, installed like a champ but it leaked. I have another one now, also seems solid but image is soft and the angle is strange. I am almost ready to give up on STD def and rig up some type of HD camera with long HDMI cable.
+Jacana Productions lol that would be interesting to see. My radar camera has been on my car now for a year and it's still as sharp as a the day I bought it. Yea I have seen a trend with shitty cameras Installed by dealerships. So far Tesla and Mazda are ranking as some of the worst IMO
Have you tried the 2.4g Wireless Color Video Transmitter and Receiver for the Vehicle Backup Camera so you don't have to do a big wiring job?
Michael Shetler great that you brought that up! I have tried wireless installs in the past and find that they have ALOT of interference in cities. I know a few people speak highly of Peral Rearvision but at a price point of $500 its something alot of consumers dont want to pay... heck you could get a new Radio and camera for less in most situations.... with that being said Wiring isn't actually that bad. Just takes a little bit of patience and mapping 😀
Great video. You really helped me figure out what camera to purchase. Thank you.
Thanks for the Video comparison. Guessing you're not sending out anymore backup cameras.
cars have a reverse light so it would never get that dark, like it was in the trunk
cameras and our eyes need some source of light for it to work and see
so they only way a back up camera could see that number plate in the boot is , if it had its own source of light
+KidoGameplay you are 100% correct. But the fact that they advertise it has IR is a straight up lie lol. If it said low lux I would give it a pass.
I think all those 3 cameras are equipped with passive infrared sensor, they don't have an infrared emitter (as active infrared sensor), so it can't see any thing inside the car trunk.
+p452833 sounds like I'll be running another experiment
Great review. Been shopping for one of these for a while and now I have even more information to make a decision. Thanks for the great video and info.
I appreciate you taking the time, and explaining about these cameras, especially the one with the buzzer. Thanks for your time doing it.
I am glad you do what you do as it makes it easy for everyone to know which is best and how to install Please keep up the good work
+James Donohue thanks man unfortunately this giveaway is over. I have a new video coming out soon with another giveaway. Stay tuned
Great video. When you find a NIGHT camera that works. Please advise. I am torn by the best made VS. the radar one. Seen all (?) videos dealing with C300. Now rather then spending $800+ , I can buy parts for under $50. Use my labor. Being retired, is cheap😊
hello love your videos what you suggest for mercedes C200 year 2014 model ?
Thanks for the information! Very useful. Where can I find more information on how to complete full installation on an 08 C300?
check out my channel. Also make sure you have a Command unit with Navigation.
P on the plate means it's a portuguese license plate and the yellow part has the month and year of the car it was from
Best backup camera I ever seen.
GREAT VIDEO!
Raymond, what GPS/BACKUP Monitor do you recommend to be used with the E-SKY 170 Radar Camera that won in this comparison?
Thank you very much for your input. I am ready to order these items.
Dante Rios Thanks. What type of car do you have
Jose Rios Great car for subwoofers!! ok I would install: Pioneer MVH-AV290BT then you will also need Scosche TA2105-B and then you need a harness if you have steering wheel controls you need PAC RP4.2-TY11 Wiring Interface. IF you don't have steering wheel buttons then Metra 70-1761 Receiver Wiring Harness. Then you will need a camera...may I recommend the ESky with Radar lol. Also check out my channel this video should give you confidence:
ua-cam.com/video/anhNlx3vXBc/v-deo.html
Thank you for taking the time to show us this it's very useful
Raymond, thanks for the camera review. The lic. plate u have is from 'Portugal' not Poland. Hence the 'P' under the EU circle of stars stripe on the right. Poland would be 'PL' country code.
Sean Savinell I need to travel more....
In case you don't know hosting a giveaway
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When hooking up power and ground to reverse light ? Power goes to reverse light power and will ground go to light wire or metal of body of vehicle ?
+dunno yolo if you know which wire is ground then you can tap that. If you don't then it's best to tap the body of the car.
Overall, I really like the CAR ROVER back-up camera that you evaluated. Thanks for your hard and informative work!
Hank Warmbier That Camera is built like a freaking tank!
You should just connect the power of the camera as well as the radar on the reverse light, in that way, it will only receive power from the reverse light when you're on reverse.
Jharwin Barrozo That's what I ended up doing. But foreign cars pulse the signal below 12v. I put a capacitor on it and it's great now.
I have picked up the Esky EC170-36. I would like to see a video soon on how you managed to install it in your vehicle. The only install guides on this camera model are not in english on youtube. The cables from the camera unit are too large to fit through the holes that are available, or I would have to cut and drill large holes in the back of the car.
+Bryan Wan here is how I did it.....in English lol
ua-cam.com/video/X-gt8IOlSZo/v-deo.html
Very nice. Thanks for the followup!
the video was great and informative, but you only mention the names of each unit 1 time.....had to keep rewinding to made sure of the brand, but most have different models..Are all models the same?
+Trehn Hazelwood You are correct. Many manufacturers have different models. These 3 specific ones are Amazons best sellers. I left multiple links in the description for each one.
Quick question... you every thought about putting 3 backup cameras on the trunk... (or in the car period) and then be able to switch between the 3 to see different angles... I would love to see the versatility of 3 camera views...
+Jah Cousteauu I thought about it.... Then thought of how annoying it would be to have 3 screens in the car. The new cars can do that since they have the software for it. I do plan on adding a from camera to the car. And Wellington.
How about using an FPV camera from quadcopters as backup camera for cars? Those are much wider.
+Car Ser I have not thought if that. It's worth trying out, I actually have a whole bunch of new cameras that will be tested soon.
Nicely put together video.
Why didn't you do the obvious, and wire up to the reversing light. If it gives a fault, maybe a relay to switch the permanent power.
On the illumination front, you;ve forgotten about the reversing lights, should be plenty, i'm pretty sure they should be saying "low light capable"
The fact that the emergency hostage button is a thing, cracked me up. #only in America
I find it fascinating that 1 radar sensor can do the job of 2 or 4, the sensor doesn't look shaped, would think that would cause false side alarms!
+bridgendesar Great observation, and I did end up installing the radar on the car as you described.
ua-cam.com/video/X-gt8IOlSZo/v-deo.html
You are correct about the low light, it completely correct. The reverse light are plenty and now with the led upgrade it's like daylight and amazing night quality too. I was just upset that they falsely use IR as the form of advertising. As for the camera I love it and refer it enough, it is only one sensor so it may not be as fast a 4 sensors to measure distance but realistically I'm not flooring it in reverse after I buy my groceries lol!
Nice video. I am looking for a backup camera myself. I have the pioneer sph-da120. Do you know if the cameras tested will work with that? It has the same video input, but i am not sure if these cameras are model specific, or just goes with anything.
Any camera using a rca cable will be ok to use. All of these will work on your car
Thanks. Bought one now. Will be looking forward to installing it.
What do think is the best backup camera for a 528i..just installed aftermarket dvdgpsnav 8.8 screen. Thanks for that great video
+joe lane does it have yellow rca?
+Raymond Urias.. yes it does..has pretty much everything..has that extra can-bus box..(I guess that's what you would call it. ). Lol.
+Raymond Urias...Yes it does..When It's in reverse..it switches to backup screen....thanks again..Very informative video....joe
+Raymond Urias ..I was thinking that I could run power to backup lights.and,then run (yellow video cable) to head unit..And then hook that little red wire to reverse signal..what's your thoughts??
The little red wire is a 12v lead. Some installers like to get the reverse signal from within the front of the car and this little red wire transfer that 12v signal to the back up camera. I personally like to go to the reverse light and run a relay off of that. The best backup camera for your car would be the Car Rover it will be in 720p and that screen is in 1080 so it may have slight haze. Unfortunately unless that screen has an hmdi port you will never have a true 1080p camera
how are you connection the camera to show onto the screen? Thank yo
When are you planning on coming out with the best backup camera for 2018 ?
What is the name and model of the number one camera? I have a Volvo XC90 and think it will work well.
Jay C. Comedy Here you go:
www.amazon.com/dp/B01GFW3FP8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_gixyzbKY0J6H0
it's the exact same camera 😁 only $18
Searching for an easy back-up camera.. thanks for your help.
+Bill Smyth I would look at the M1 and M1W for easy. Here is the video of the M1W
ua-cam.com/video/aHmErhyw60k/v-deo.html
Very cool!!! I've been wanting one for a year or more but for my horse trailer! It's difficult to see to back it up in tight spaces. This would be such a great safety feature for me! Great video....thank you for the info!!
Very good presentation. Please do similar presentation using wireless transmitters attached to cameras in 2019. Thank you.
Licencje plate is from Portugal " P" . Polish is "PL".
Andrzej Yup way off
Hi Raymond,
I have a 2011 Ford Mondeo LX TDCI Wagon. I have stock park assist sensors on my car, so I really don't want that loud and annoying beep sounding device. Can I use the camera without connecting that beep maker at all?
Please note, I have no idea what a constant power stuff is. so help me please.
Thank you.
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Nice job. I have a sm tt and was considering getting a backup camera to assist with hitching ir even to help park.
+LittleLadyk2002 they are definitely worth having on trucks! I pinned a comment on the top for a chance to win a nice kit!
Great insight into backup camera. Can they ship this to India?
+Lokesh Bisht Maybe this will help you:
Look at this on eBay www.ebay.com/itm/361414767599
You should have tested one of the more expensive cameras also. Like the Kenwood CMOS-320
Buzz Hammond believe it or not I just purchased that camera to see if spending that kind of money is justified
21:00 you mentioned camera #3 (radar cam) wasn't as good quality as the one you currently had installed on the Mercedes. Which camera is that? I want one with the highest video quality.
benefactionhindrance being honest it was a 2 way fight between the car Rover and Radar. You can't go wrong with either of them. I installed the one with Radar since quality was good and it had extra features.
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With the radar camera will you still be able to hear any audio Tone If you do not use the buzzer? I would like to install this vehicle in a pickup truck just not certain on the use of the buzzer and where to locate it due to the short distance of the buzzer chord.
+Eric Alfred great question you can use any buzzer you wish (I personally find this one very satisfying) as long as it has positive and negative leads. You will have to cut the old buzzer off and extended the cables for your truck and solder on the new buzzer if you change it.
Raymond Urias Thanks man, keep up the excellent videos!
When you mount it..does it have to be pointed down or up?
Plug it in to find orientation, then install it accordingly
So, have the winners been picked?
Thanks Raymond,
Thai
Thai Vuong Yes we hit that milestone. I do have another give away going on. Check out the Mercedes Benz dashcam install
Hey Ray. Did you make a video on how you ran the wire ( video)to your srceen?? I'm thinking of going through drivers side floor panels..still haven't made it home too install yet.?But ,can't wait. Lol..thanks. ..Joe
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Did you get your part in the mail?
+Raymond Urias ..I believe I did Raymond....My friend watching our place said,that a package had arrived. ..but,I won't be home until Tuesday...Can't wait!!! Lollll.thank you......Joe
My 2009 w204 doesn't come equipped with a back up camera. Is it possible to purchase one and install on the current screen. Note my screen is not the fold screen! ? Thank you
Nope ..... But you can buy this:
ua-cam.com/video/fAoqfxtAdGA/v-deo.html
😁
Must be fate that I came across this video. I JUST bought my 2012 C300 this week and was hoping I can install a camera. Thanks for doing the leg work on this. Hope I get picked for the free camera!
+Christopher Gillyard we are getting mighty close :)
Christopher Gillyard Congratulations you are a winner of the Radar cam. Please send me a private message.
How has the camera and radar combo held up. I looked on amazon and reviews have been growing on issues.
Thanks!!
Felipe Cortes mine is still on my car and works perfectly. You can see it in my latest video
Hey Raymond, maybe I missed it in one of your videos. I’m planning on getting the radar camera for my wife’s 2013 c350 and I was wondering what do I have to buy to convert the cameras RCA video output plug to the factory head unit input? Thank you
It is a different process then my car. I helped my friend with his this should help you
ua-cam.com/video/p0yl1CzctCk/v-deo.html
Raymond Urias - Thank you sir! Your are a true gentleman.
HI ray. Me again..lol..I bought that same car rover for my bmw..When you installed this for your video.were you using a relay? ..as you know,the plug is completely different. Last question...what do you think of the trunk handle camera versions? Thanks. Raymond.
The first time I didn't use a relay. I used a relay when the Sam unit started messing with it. It would work for 1 second then look like snow. I make it a standard practice to use a relay or capacitor now regardless of what make and model
You don't have to tell me..LOL.Really not a big fan on how they set up the wiring on this car r camera..Rather have a separate video wire going to radio..no biggie though..Thanks Ray...Relay going in Saturday..Freakin snowing here..lol..
Really enjoyed the camera review. Great job. I think you picked the best one of all of them.
+roderick bridges Thanks man!
Been seeing a lot of compliants on these cheap back up camera that with the first rain they get ruined..can you do some sorta test on the winner if rain will ruin it
Thanks
+shlomy reich well if any test mine has been on my car for 10 months and has survived hurricane Irma. So I can safely say these test are complete BS. There is a component in the video line that can't get wet. But since these are all for cars that component will never get wet. I'll do a 10 Month follow up of the one on my car.
Question: the guiding grid lines ,is that from the camera or mercedes software? As in can it be turned off?
Each camera has its own grid lines. Some can be turned off by cutting a marked wire
Take the power off the rear back light for the camera w/ radar... power on/off issue. :)
+cmhbullet yup
I like to purchase the right product for my task the first time! Thanks for giving me a heads up on a great back up kit. You are my hero!
Wht part of Florida are you in...
Is the wiring easy to install to a LCD monitor? Do you think it work with a Garmin Gps?
Jay C. Comedy Like any LCD monitor or vehicle specific screen. If you are looking for a REALLY easy and CHEAP good kit I recommend this:
ua-cam.com/video/F8mNytVYuds/v-deo.html
I think what more important to me is the camera's field of view. My back up camera points low enough so I can see my bumper.
Ikera Palchevskiy Good observation, FOV is really important.
just the kind of information I was looking for, much appreciated
+PK I appreciate your comment!
Hi Raymond, I've bought the camera with radar inspired by your review :)
But unable to mount the camera.
Could you please make a video showing step by step instruction about how to mount the camera? It will be much appreciated.Thanks
Md. Raishul Islam here you go:
ua-cam.com/video/X-gt8IOlSZo/v-deo.html
Raymond Urias,Thanks for the quick reply.By the way , my car is Honda Accord 2010 LX-P and the tag area is made of non plastic material.As Esky claimed 'No drilling required and easy to install'.Is there any way to install the radar camera without drilling?
Do you have any guidance for me on this? By the way, the link for the video you posted imho, you fast forwarded most valuable part of the camera installation.Please Keep your video without fast forwarding in the future.Please note that every frame of your video is valuable for the DYI people around the world. I'm a subscriber of your channel though :)
Md. Raishul Islam Honda Accord, That's a fun car to play around with!!! I remember when I was in high school messing around with Honda civics...I miss those days...I haven't worked on a Honda in a long time, mainly because they come with everything now from the factory 😅. About the fast forward...That's totally my fault, I'm always trying to find a balance of fun, knowledge and time. I know if the videos are to long it may discourage people from taking the challenge. I try my best to work on that. As for your car I would definitely drill it in BUT if that not your thing you could always use 3M Automotive tape and route the wire into the license plate light housing. I did an install on a Nissan a month ago... Maybe that video will be better for you, I think it will:
ua-cam.com/video/qV5IApZDvK8/v-deo.html
Also THANK YOU for being awesome and subscribing!!!
Any new recommendations since this video? Great job by the way!
Not yet i still have mine and love it. Waiting for some new ones to come out.
Thx!
I was putting a camera in as I watched your video and it was a lot of help I too liked the car backup radar with camera thank you for the info
Jerry Smith That's awesome!!!
Was looking for a tip for a backup cam and/or some diy solution. So thanks for the video. :)
+Blashzo Nikolov Im happy it helped you :)
Blashzo Nikolov
I would really love the back up camera. I have been wanting to buy a back up camera on my c300 for a while now and thanks to this video I know how!! Thanks for the great video keep making more 👍
Hey,
can you make a video or explain how to plug the cabels in the radio? it wasn't really clear in the other video.
thank you for the videos they help a lot:)
Boucif Reggani that's a hot topic so I guess I'm gonna have to lol
Looking forward to it, about to order a camera now:D
Have you seen the video's were they have screen mirroring on their mercedes w204?
Next challenge?
Boucif Reggani yes I have and it is SICK as Fuuuuudge. After I finish the appearance package I'll hit the sound system and install Android IOS... maybe lol
Thank you for making these videos, I have a Mercedes GLK350 and I am looking to add a back up camera does the GLK need power on all the time or just power from backup light?
Thanks
Kev Spellman Thanks, all Mercedes-Benz need full time power or the computer may/ will throw a fault.
Raymond Urias
Thanks
Kev Spellman I just installed it on the C300 you can wire it to reverse lights.
Raymond Urias
Thank you for the update great
Kev Spellman Congratulations you are a winner of Car Rover camera. please send me a private message.
Hi! I just bought a 2015 base Tacoma, and I'm wondering if this would work in it. The radio has a display, but it doesn't run apps or fancy stuff. It does connect to Bluetooth, has direct USB aux port, and has the regular radio stuff. Can you help me out, please?
lohengrinknight they have alot of kits for your car. Just find one with your radio. The base model for that year has 2 different radios...don't ask me why. Check this out:
www.amazon.com/dp/B00KCAX4VU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kXdAzbVDN7W0Q
Raymond Urias Thanks! I checked the link out and that seems to be the right one for my Tacoma. The price is a little bulky, though, so I'm gonna see if I can find them at a cheaper price. Thanks again.
Ray, is there any good wireless backup and front camera dual display? Want to install on my Mercedes Metris. It has only a small radio display, so no navi.
James Bond There are several. If you want a front camera on this car you would need this:
www.midcityengineering.com/product/video-in-motion-vim204/
Then run a trigger switch to activate it. Or you could upgrade your head unit and toggle between the two.
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+James Bond you can enter here to win a free Backup Camera:
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Very helpful I'm looking to get a back up camera for my wife's car especially now that we have our 2 grand babies Mon through Friday. Baby sitting. Look forward to hearing from you as I may be a winner. Thank you very much keep up the good work 👍😊
Raymond would it be easy to instal the rear camera in a SLK 55 2015
A little more involved. You need a factory integration kit. They typically are about $250
Thanks so much Raymond. I miss your videos.
Dear Raymond. Can you help me out where to get the actory integration kit? Thanks man.
Interesting as all 2018 cars now have to have a backup camera by law. Was looking at a 2018 Rogue and it seems to be as blurry and shitty as my current Amazon camera. Guess the law didn't saw it actually had to be clear and not cheap!
This was definitely much needed so thanks for this review!! I have a c63 AMG and I've been wanting to add a bc.
+Robert R oooo nice car