Rear view suggestions

[PhilMary]

I'm looking to fit a rearview camera to my Fiat based 2017 Auto cruise 144 pvc. Has anybody got any suggestions?
Phil

 

[Stealaway]

My one is wired by the factory but if I was installing it myself I would be looking at a wireless one

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-...0001&campid=5338547443&icep_item=402300257373

 

[David and Sally]

DRW Electronics, Rear View Camera Specialists

DRW Electronics specialize in rear view camera systems for cars, motorhomes, buses, taxis and trucks and carry large stocks from the simple basic systems up to the four camera systems with quad screen

www.drwelectronics.com

 

[AndyPK]

If you have a suitable Garmin satnav, a BC40 wireless camera is good for reversing. If you want a ‘permanent’ rear view, I would opt for a wired solution.

 

[EzeeRider]

I have a wireless one from Falcon which I occasionally use. I run my sat nav on a tablet so I run the camera App on the same tablet and switch to camera view when needed.
ezee

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[Speve]

These are very good and supply waterproof screw type joints to cables:
BROKEN LINK

 

[joe and sue]

Not what i was expecting when i saw the title

 

[Winger]

Not what i was expecting when i saw the title

Nor me!

 

[PhilMary]

Not what i was expecting when i saw the title

There's always one

 

[PhilMary]

Nor me!

Or two

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[PhilMary]

Some good suggestions here, thanks Funsters.

 

[PhilMary]

My one is wired by the factory but if I was installing it myself I would be looking at a wireless one

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-...0001&campid=5338547443&icep_item=402300257373

I think the problem here will be no permanent power as the high level light is only a brake light.

 

[PhilMary]

I have a wireless one from Falcon which I occasionally use. I run my sat nav on a tablet so I run the camera App on the same tablet and switch to camera view when needed.
ezee

Is it powered or does it use batteries?

 

[EzeeRider]

Its uses rechargable batteries. See the Falcon web site. Go Outdoors also sell them.
ezee

 

[PhilMary]

Its uses rechargable batteries. See the Falcon web site. Go Outdoors also sell them.
ezee

This may be the solution. How long do the batteries last before you need to recharge them?

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[ManTheVan]

I just installed a twin lens HD replacement for the original Waeco camera which was no longer viable. This came from reversingcamerasuk.com which is a UK supplier specialising in just reversing camera systems. The unit gives stunning clarity both during daylight hours and in total darkness. It gives a permanent narrow-angle far distance rear-view while the engine is running and switches to a wide-angle near distance when reverse gear is selected. The twin-camera unit and a 7” rear-view-mirror mounted HD monitor with all the cabling came to £200.

There is a 4-pin cable that needs to be run from the rear to the front, then wired in to the electrics. The job was completed by a local mobile caravan servicing specialist who charged £80 all in.

Worth every penny.

 

[EzeeRider]

This may be the solution. How long do the batteries last before you need to recharge them?

To be honest, not sure as it has never run out on me on the trips I have used it. It has certainly been ok for 3 hours or so and then I have always put it back on charge.
ezee

 

[PhilMary]

To be honest, not sure as it has never run out on me on the trips I have used it. It has certainly been ok for 3 hours or so and then I have always put it back on charge.
ezee

Thanks for taking the time EzeeRider I was hoping to mount the camera high up by the brake light so not easily accessible. But still worth considering due to the advantage of no wiring.

 

[PhilMary]

I just installed a twin lens HD replacement for the original Waeco camera which was no longer viable. This came from reversingcamerasuk.com which is a UK supplier specialising in just reversing camera systems. The unit gives stunning clarity both during daylight hours and in total darkness. It gives a permanent narrow-angle far distance rear-view while the engine is running and switches to a wide-angle near distance when reverse gear is selected. The twin-camera unit and a 7” rear-view-mirror mounted HD monitor with all the cabling came to £200.

There is a 4-pin cable that needs to be run from the rear to the front, then wired in to the electrics. The job was completed by a local mobile caravan servicing specialist who charged £80 all in.

Worth every penny.

Thanks ManTheVan but I was hoping not to wiring up the van. But, £280 all in sounds ok.

 

[scally]

My one is wired by the factory but if I was installing it myself I would be looking at a wireless one

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-...0001&campid=5338547443&icep_item=402300257373

You still have to provide power to the camera. One wire instead of two still a threading problem

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[scally]

Its uses rechargable batteries. See the Falcon web site. Go Outdoors also sell them.
ezee

Sorry didn't see this before my previous post. Ivpe never come across a battery one, must investigate as its one of my jobs when I can get bkack to Boston

 

[P Jones]

I have a wireless one from Falcon which I occasionally use. I run my sat nav on a tablet so I run the camera App on the same tablet and switch to camera view when needed.
ezee

try falcon, not far away ok. ok pj

 

[P Jones]

Is it powered or does it use batteries?

just ask falcon, no liky no buy-y i like the one they did for me,please dont creep up on me from be hind, i can see u. ok pj

 

[kevenh]

Oh!! Not the other sort

 

[rosalan]

Over the years, many reports here have indicated that wireless cameras can have poor signals, sometimes owing to interference. I personally after owning several (all wired) cameras, wanted a twin lens camera. When I changed to my present van I requested one be fitted and I really use it. It has a driving rear view which is invaluable on busy roundabouts and a joy to use as a rear view mirror. In reverse it switches automatically to a rear close up for reversing and security.
As for fitting and cables, it seems that most vans have built-in routes for cables or pay about £100 to have it fitted.

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[JFD]

One warning about Wireless cameras: I fitted one of these to a previous Moho, and whilst it worked OK on campsites and when parking, it was very iffy as a rear view when driving, as many other vehicles have similar setups, and when they pass you, or you pass them, you may find you are seeing their transmitted image, not yours!

On my present Moho, I fitted a dual camera, wired setup, so ensuring I see only what I expect to see!!

 

[ManTheVan]

Thanks ManTheVan but I was hoping not to wiring up the van. But, £280 all in sounds ok.

It took the guys just over 2 hours to strip out the old system, run the new cable (it’s all inside, not ducted beneath the van), wire it all up, aim the cameras and tidy up. I think the wired solution will be much more reliable for you, but have fun doing the research, as I did!

 

[EzeeRider]

I don't use my wireless camera as a rear view mirror, I have wing morrors on either side of the van for that! It is only used when reversing.
ezee

 

[Stealaway]

You still have to provide power to the camera. One wire instead of two still a threading problem

Only down to the reversing light bulb maybe - not the full length of the van

 

[scally]

Only down to the reversing light bulb maybe - not the full length of the van

Depends if you use it as rear view mirror will then need ignition feed. However i did see a later post about battery driven ones tbat I hadnt heard of which would solve that problem possibly. It depends whether you can switch them off when not in use

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