2010 W204 BACKUP CAMERA
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I am interested in insalling a back up camera for my new 2010 C300 with MM package.
After reading many threads about this topic, I am still wondering whether I need an interface to make the camera work?
Or do I just need a camera, some Cables? to mount the camera and wire the cables all the way to the front screen?
All in all, my question is : do we need to buy an interface just to make the camera work?
I am interested in insalling a back up camera for my new 2010 C300 with MM package.
After reading many threads about this topic, I am still wondering whether I need an interface to make the camera work?
Or do I just need a camera, some Cables? to mount the camera and wire the cables all the way to the front screen?
All in all, my question is : do we need to buy an interface just to make the camera work?
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But I went to two local car audio stores. They insist that I should buy an interface, which would cost around 600 US dollars only for the interface, according to their quote for me.
And they gave me a quote for 1200 otd to install the camera.. man, that is crazy...
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That is what i am thinking about.
But I went to two local car audio stores. They insist that I should buy an interface, which would cost around 600 US dollars only for the interface, according to their quote for me.
And they gave me a quote for 1200 otd to install the camera.. man, that is crazy...
But I went to two local car audio stores. They insist that I should buy an interface, which would cost around 600 US dollars only for the interface, according to their quote for me.
And they gave me a quote for 1200 otd to install the camera.. man, that is crazy...
Good luck
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blue00r6 , Thanks.
I have been checking those threads for a while. I think I might just go for a DIY instead of paying one grand for a backup camera. Do you have the camera as well?
I have been checking those threads for a while. I think I might just go for a DIY instead of paying one grand for a backup camera. Do you have the camera as well?
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Do it yourself it is very easy. Just read through the thread posted and one titled I've unleashed a cyclops (search for cyclops). There is a video on youtube that shows how to get the head unit out and it is a breeze compared to some cars I've done in the past. I found running the RCA cable from the trunk to the passanger compartment to be the hardest only because I couldn't find my snake and had to search for a substitute. Tokk around an hour to do and honestly the best mod I did.
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Do it yourself it is very easy. Just read through the thread posted and one titled I've unleashed a cyclops (search for cyclops). There is a video on youtube that shows how to get the head unit out and it is a breeze compared to some cars I've done in the past. I found running the RCA cable from the trunk to the passanger compartment to be the hardest only because I couldn't find my snake and had to search for a substitute. Tokk around an hour to do and honestly the best mod I did.
I have read that thread. Do I actually need an Interface to make the camera work? Or I just need to wire the RCA Cable to the Head unit?
What is your final substitution?
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The OEM camera interface module is just an intelligent power source that drives the camera when reverse gear is on but does not draw power from the reversing bulb wire more than necessary for a logical signal.
If you are able to arrange the camera power without the module, with or without bulb warning messages, then you should be fine.
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All you need is a camera, RCA cable, RCA to FAKRA and a couple wire taps. The MM has all needed electronics internal.
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If im not mistaken the 2010 models already have the cable from the headunit to the trunk...it is prewired for the car
Hey ron, you seem to the man to ask. I know I have asked you this before, but its finally summer and I am going to install the camera to my 09. If I buy the actual camera from Mercedes, I should have no problem still using an RCA cable and RCA to FAKRA cable from Mid city, is this correct?
Hey ron, you seem to the man to ask. I know I have asked you this before, but its finally summer and I am going to install the camera to my 09. If I buy the actual camera from Mercedes, I should have no problem still using an RCA cable and RCA to FAKRA cable from Mid city, is this correct?
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If im not mistaken the 2010 models already have the cable from the headunit to the trunk...it is prewired for the car
Hey ron, you seem to the man to ask. I know I have asked you this before, but its finally summer and I am going to install the camera to my 09. If I buy the actual camera from Mercedes, I should have no problem still using an RCA cable and RCA to FAKRA cable from Mid city, is this correct?
Hey ron, you seem to the man to ask. I know I have asked you this before, but its finally summer and I am going to install the camera to my 09. If I buy the actual camera from Mercedes, I should have no problem still using an RCA cable and RCA to FAKRA cable from Mid city, is this correct?
Is that true that 2010 has the prewired cable in the trunk? That is a exciting news for me. Cause I am kinda frightened about wiring the cable from the trunk to the HU. Could you tell me where you got the information?
and How did you get the actual camera from Mercedes? I went to my dealer @ Calif Bay area. They said there was not way for them to order or install the camera for me....
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I havent bought the camera just yet.
A 204 820 07 97
that is the part number for the camera, and getmercedesparts is selling it for $633.75 and it says MSRP is 845.00.
I am still debating whether or not to buy the darn kit from MidCity, but then I also like OEM parts. However, 633 is a lot to pay for just the camera.
Regarding the 2010 being prewired, I dont want to get your hopes up on a false alarm but on another thread about backup cameras, someone did mention this.
A 204 820 07 97
that is the part number for the camera, and getmercedesparts is selling it for $633.75 and it says MSRP is 845.00.
I am still debating whether or not to buy the darn kit from MidCity, but then I also like OEM parts. However, 633 is a lot to pay for just the camera.
Regarding the 2010 being prewired, I dont want to get your hopes up on a false alarm but on another thread about backup cameras, someone did mention this.
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I have not seen the OEM camera so I have no idea what connecter is on it. I would hazard to say it was a FAKRA but without seeing one I can't say.
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DOnt mean to hijack the thread, but I ended up buying the midcity backup camera kit. Total came out to be 600 something out the door. Hope I didnt get screwed...kind of pricey still.
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I am not really a hands on type of person and have no experience working on cars, nor do I want to start experimenting on mine. haha
I have done some research and asked a few people around SF seeing who can install it for me. People recommend I go to limitless motorsports on San Bruno, and a member on another forum mentioned that they saw someone with a C63 getting one installed last year. Let me know where you decide to go too.
I have done some research and asked a few people around SF seeing who can install it for me. People recommend I go to limitless motorsports on San Bruno, and a member on another forum mentioned that they saw someone with a C63 getting one installed last year. Let me know where you decide to go too.
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I am not really a hands on type of person and have no experience working on cars, nor do I want to start experimenting on mine. haha
I have done some research and asked a few people around SF seeing who can install it for me. People recommend I go to limitless motorsports on San Bruno, and a member on another forum mentioned that they saw someone with a C63 getting one installed last year. Let me know where you decide to go too.
I have done some research and asked a few people around SF seeing who can install it for me. People recommend I go to limitless motorsports on San Bruno, and a member on another forum mentioned that they saw someone with a C63 getting one installed last year. Let me know where you decide to go too.
In my case, I havent really decided which way I would go with. for me , a backup camera doesnt deserve 1200 bucks.
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If you don't want VIM (which I don't recomend) you paid way to much. Mine was less than 200.00 USD
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LOL im on the phone with them. They are totally trying to screw me over. He was like the VIM is needed to activate the backup camera interface in the car. I had to tell him I already activated it through the engineering menu and it wasnt until that point that he admitted that all I needed was the backup camera ($200) and the FAKRA cable ($22). THANKS RON, you just saved me 400 dollars!
sigh, reading the above posts, do I also need an RCA cable...I really dont want to call MC again.
sigh, reading the above posts, do I also need an RCA cable...I really dont want to call MC again.
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I actually went to 2 local car audio shop here in south bay area. They gave me a quote for intalltion and parts for somewhere around 1200. And the installtion fee only is around 250 bucks. Since SF is near my area , I think this price could be a reference for you. hope it helps.
In my case, I havent really decided which way I would go with. for me , a backup camera doesnt deserve 1200 bucks.
In my case, I havent really decided which way I would go with. for me , a backup camera doesnt deserve 1200 bucks.
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LOL im on the phone with them. They are totally trying to screw me over. He was like the VIM is needed to activate the backup camera interface in the car. I had to tell him I already activated it through the engineering menu and it wasnt until that point that he admitted that all I needed was the backup camera ($200) and the FAKRA cable ($22). THANKS RON, you just saved me 400 dollars!
sigh, reading the above posts, do I also need an RCA cable...I really dont want to call MC again.
sigh, reading the above posts, do I also need an RCA cable...I really dont want to call MC again.
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LOL im on the phone with them. They are totally trying to screw me over. He was like the VIM is needed to activate the backup camera interface in the car. I had to tell him I already activated it through the engineering menu and it wasnt until that point that he admitted that all I needed was the backup camera ($200) and the FAKRA cable ($22). THANKS RON, you just saved me 400 dollars!
sigh, reading the above posts, do I also need an RCA cable...I really dont want to call MC again.
sigh, reading the above posts, do I also need an RCA cable...I really dont want to call MC again.
Thanks so much anyone.
A bit off topic, but is it possible to add front and rear backup sensors to the command in our cars just like the backup camera (that is provided the bumpers have the openings for it). I was thinking about ordering the c63 replica front and rear bumpers, and I have the option to get them with the parking assist sensors. I would love to add it to my car. Does anyone know?
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LOL im on the phone with them. They are totally trying to screw me over. He was like the VIM is needed to activate the backup camera interface in the car. I had to tell him I already activated it through the engineering menu and it wasnt until that point that he admitted that all I needed was the backup camera ($200) and the FAKRA cable ($22). THANKS RON, you just saved me 400 dollars!
sigh, reading the above posts, do I also need an RCA cable...I really dont want to call MC again.
sigh, reading the above posts, do I also need an RCA cable...I really dont want to call MC again.
I think I would just buy the camera and FAKRA cable, then install it by myself. How much is the shipping to North California?
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