Back up camera

pty370z · 04-04-2011, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by rangercarol

No; we purchased it in December. What's your point?

ranger

So, which brand/model of camera did you get? I like the idea of putting it on the license plate like your picture..

rangercarol · 04-04-2011, 06:16 PM

This is the backup camera system that I chose. Quality and price are both good. Service is also responsive. Total cost was about $240, including shipping.

5" Monitor with CCD Silver License Plate Backup Camera Backup Monitor & Camera - Tadi Brothers http://www.tadibrothers.com/Products/View/SKU54381

For testing, I used velcro to attach it to the driver's vanity mirror. So far, we are pleased with it. The package includes a frame that is intended for inserting the monitor in the dash or visor. When I find time, I will embed the monitor in the visor itself. I don't expect it to be an easy task.

rangercarol

rangercarol · 04-10-2011, 04:36 PM

I completed the finishing step this weekend. While I was pleased with the safety provided by the monitor, using velcro to attach it to the visor was not a satisfactory solution. It worked fine but I didn't like the way it looked when the visor was down to block the sun.

I spent a few hours modifying the visor to insert the monitor. Sounds simple; but the visor is more than just foam inside. It has some 1/8" rod running through it for strength. However, with a little careful cutting and bending, I was able to embed the monitor in the visor.

As I said earlier, this is a 5" monitor. If I had to do it again, I would opt for 3.5-4" because it would be a lot easier to install.

In case you are wondering; I installed it upside down to get the video cable on the top side. Fortunately, this monitor has the capability to change orientation of the image. It can also accept two video feeds in case you want to show movies or add a second camera.

ranger

AdobePhil · 04-12-2011, 02:51 AM

I hardwired mine to my head unit. The z's have a nice little nook you can flush install in the back, and just run the wires through the trunk and under the pannels. I'm on mobile so I can't upload pics, but you can see the pics in my album.

04-04-2011, 06:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
rangercarol Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: McCormick, SC Age: 84 Posts: 56 Drives: 2011 370z Cherry 6m Rep Power: 3370	Back up camera This is the backup camera system that I chose. Quality and price are both good. Service is also responsive. Total cost was about $240, including shipping. 5" Monitor with CCD Silver License Plate Backup Camera Backup Monitor & Camera - Tadi Brothers http://www.tadibrothers.com/Products/View/SKU54381 For testing, I used velcro to attach it to the driver's vanity mirror. So far, we are pleased with it. The package includes a frame that is intended for inserting the monitor in the dash or visor. When I find time, I will embed the monitor in the visor itself. I don't expect it to be an easy task. rangercarol

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04-12-2011, 02:51 AM	#4 (permalink)
AdobePhil Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Palm Harbor FL Posts: 211 Drives: 2010 370z Sport Trim Rep Power: 15	I hardwired mine to my head unit. The z's have a nice little nook you can flush install in the back, and just run the wires through the trunk and under the pannels. I'm on mobile so I can't upload pics, but you can see the pics in my album.