Could be easy... could be impossible!!!
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Could be easy... could be impossible!!!
I want to:
Add a small pinhold camera to the rear bumper of my car... easy
Add a DVD with a 7" motorized monitor... easy
When I put the car in reverse, the DVD monitor comes out, switches to the bumper camera so I can reverse using the camera... urm........hmm.....
That's my project, is that possible?
Add a small pinhold camera to the rear bumper of my car... easy
Add a DVD with a 7" motorized monitor... easy
When I put the car in reverse, the DVD monitor comes out, switches to the bumper camera so I can reverse using the camera... urm........hmm.....
That's my project, is that possible?
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Depending on what screen you use. Most units nowadays have a reverse input and it would automatically default to the back up cam when you put it in reverse.
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Totally possible but seems like overkill unless you want the in-dash LCD for other uses too like Navi. There are a few really good backup camera solutions out there right now that use a dedicated small LCD screen. Some even integrate into rearview mirror like the compass/temp gauge in many cars today.
One other thought, most motorized screens take a few seconds to deploy. This might not seem like much but could be annoying when you need to use it fast. Also, in colder climates, the LCD will take a few more seconds to reach full brightness. The system should also have a time delay for the retract function to keep the display from folding in and out while you are doing more complicated parking manouvers.
Actually, your idea is starting to sound like a fun project! Good Luck!
One other thought, most motorized screens take a few seconds to deploy. This might not seem like much but could be annoying when you need to use it fast. Also, in colder climates, the LCD will take a few more seconds to reach full brightness. The system should also have a time delay for the retract function to keep the display from folding in and out while you are doing more complicated parking manouvers.
Actually, your idea is starting to sound like a fun project! Good Luck!
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Originally Posted by MagicO309D
Totally possible but seems like overkill unless you want the in-dash LCD for other uses too like Navi. There are a few really good backup camera solutions out there right now that use a dedicated small LCD screen. Some even integrate into rearview mirror like the compass/temp gauge in many cars today.
One other thought, most motorized screens take a few seconds to deploy. This might not seem like much but could be annoying when you need to use it fast. Also, in colder climates, the LCD will take a few more seconds to reach full brightness. The system should also have a time delay for the retract function to keep the display from folding in and out while you are doing more complicated parking manouvers.
Actually, your idea is starting to sound like a fun project! Good Luck!
One other thought, most motorized screens take a few seconds to deploy. This might not seem like much but could be annoying when you need to use it fast. Also, in colder climates, the LCD will take a few more seconds to reach full brightness. The system should also have a time delay for the retract function to keep the display from folding in and out while you are doing more complicated parking manouvers.
Actually, your idea is starting to sound like a fun project! Good Luck!
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I live in Trinidad so cold is never a problem for me! 
I'll be using the screen as an incar DVD also.
The auto retract is a good point. Could I install a switch that would enable me to temporarily bypass the reverse signal reaching the DVD unit when I need to do complicated manoeuvres?
I'll be using the screen as an incar DVD also.The auto retract is a good point. Could I install a switch that would enable me to temporarily bypass the reverse signal reaching the DVD unit when I need to do complicated manoeuvres?
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Back Up Camera
I have a back up camera installed in my G Wagen and it works fine. CCD camera mounted on the bumper and small (too small, 1,25 X1.5") LCD screen mounted inside above the rear view mirror. All activated by the reverse signal. Only problem is that I would like a little larger screen...maybe 3 X 4". Any ideas of a good unit??
