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Table of Contents Introduction....................................................................................................4 Safety Information ...................................................................................5-7 Settings/Maintenance..................................................................................8 Installation Guide ...................................................................................9-11 Positioning ................................................
Introduction Congratulations on purchasing a Rear View Backup Camera System! With this manual you will be able to properly install and operate the unit. The Backup Camera System is intended to be installed as a supplement aid to your standard rear view mirror that already ex- ists in your vehicle. The Backup Camera System should not be used as a substitute for the standard rear view mirror or for any other mirror that exists in your vehicle.
Safety Information Please read the entire manual and follow the instructions and warnings carefully. Failure to do so can cause serious damage and/or injury, including loss of life. Be sure to obey all applicable local traffic and motor vehicle regulations as it pertains to this product. Improper installation will void manufacturer’s warranty. USAGE • The Rear View Camera System is designed to help the driver safely detect people and/or objects helping to avoid damage or injury.
Safety Information INSTALLATION • Electric shock or product malfunction may occur if this product is installed incorrectly. • Use this product within the voltage range specified. Failure to do so can cause electronic shock or product malfunction. • Take special care when cleaning the monitor. • Make sure to firmly affix the product before use. • If smoke or a burning smell is detected, disconnect the system immediately.
Safety Information If you have questions about this product, contact: Customer Service: Rear View Safety 1797 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11233 Tel: 800.764.1028 IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER OR MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT.
Settings/Maintenance We recommend doing a benchmark test before installation to insure that all components are working properly. SYSTEM COMES PAIRED. • But if there is no image on monitor, your system is NOT paired and needs to be paired. (see page 13) Camera Connection: • Locate the clearance lights wiring on your vehicle. You may need to remove the interior panel in order to locate. Connect the power cables for camera: Red wire to light's positive; Black wire to chassis ground.
Installation Guide Diagram A s Up Arrow Power & Menu Select Down Arrow Diagram B M t Monitor Pair Button DC Female DC Male Power+(Red) Power-(Black) Transmitter BMW Female Reverse With Confidence™ BMW Male 9
Installation Guide 1. Locate the reverse taillights wiring behind your reverse light. You may need to remove the interior panel in order to locate. You only need to attach the signal booster power wire to ONE of the reverse lights, not both. If you cannot manually locate the tail light cables, please contact the vehicle manufacturer or reference a wiring diagram for your vehicle. 2. At your taillight, remove the light bulb socket from the reverse light housing. 3.
Installation Guide 6. While sitting in the driver’s seat of the car with the key in the ignition position. The monitor will automatically start when vehicle is put in reverse. If when you place the vehicle in reverse there is no image, you may need to pair the camera with the monitor. (see page 13) 7. Put the vehicle in reverse. If you have a clear picture, put the vehicle back in park and turn the key to the off position. You are now ready for final step. 8.
Positioning 12 REAR VIEW SAFETY
Pairing & Connecting Pairing is not necessary as the unit has already been paired. If you are not able to connect the camera, please try to pair the camera by the following steps: 1. Press “Pair” button See page 9, Diagram B) on the Wireless Digital Transmitter. You will see the LED Blinking in RED/BLUE. The unit will remain in Pair mode for 15 seconds 2. Go to the monitor and do the following step: a. Press “MENU” b. Go to camera settings, push menu again to start pairing sequence. (Below Figure 1) c.
Monitor Dimensions 5” 3.5” 4.
Monitor Speciifications TFT LCD Monitor Screen Size 4.3” Dot Resolution 1400(H) x 234 (V) Display Brightness 350cd/m2 Display Format Viewing Angle Video Input Video Source Power Supply Power Consumption Operating Temperature 16:9 90° Min 1 channel 1Vp-p, 75Ω DC 12V-24V (+/- 10%) 5W -10°C ~ +65° C Video System Auto NTSC/PAL Weight 400G Active Area 154.08(h) x 86.
Camera Dimensions 16 REAR VIEW SAFETY
Camera Picture Elements Gamma Correction Image Sensor Camera Specifications MT9V136 250,000 pixels r=0.45 to 1.0 420TV lines, PAL 500(h)x 582(v),NTSC:510(h)x492(v) Lens 2.1mm Sync System Internal Synchronization View Angle Infrared distance Usable Illumination 130° 30 Feet (9 Infrared) 0 Lux (IR On) Power Source DC 12V-24V (+/- 10%) Electronic Iris 1/50, 160-1/100,000sec S/N Ratio Video Output IR Switch Control More than 48dB 1Vp.
Troubleshooting Monitor Displays Blue Screen & Displays No Signal • Do a hard reset, unplug all cables and power cables from multiplexer (silver box) leave out for 1 minute and then re-connect them. • Check to ensure that the connection to the camera is tight. • Verify camera cable is plugged into port labeled Backup Camera • Verify that the blue positive trigger on power harness is put to power 12v+. If the problem still persists, verify that alternate ports work.
Warranty One Year Warranty Rear View Safety, Inc. warrants this product against material defects for a period of one year from date of purchase. We reserve the right to repair or replace any such defective unit at our sole discretion. Rear View Safety, Inc. is not responsible for a defect in the system as a result of misuse, improper installation, damage or mishandling of the electronic components. Rear View Safety, Inc. is not responsible for consequential damages of any kind.
Disclaimer Rear View Safety and/or its affiliates does not guarantee or promise that the user of our systems will not be in/part of an accident or otherwise not collide with an object and/or person. Our systems are not a substitute for careful and cautious driving or for the consistent adherence to all applicable traffic laws and motor vehicle safety regulations. The Rear View Safety products are not a substitute for rearview mirrors or for any other motor vehicle equipment mandated by law.
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If you have any questions about this product, contact: Rear View Safety, Inc. 1797 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11233 800.764.1028 BETTER CAMERAS. BETTER SERVICE. IT’S OUR GUARANTEE.