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Old Mar 11, 2019 | 05:40 PM
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Looks like it should work, only issue is that the 2019 electronics are different. Think I'll give them a call and see when or if they're planning on getting something for the 2019. Good luck on the install, maybe take some pics and notes on the install.
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Old Mar 11, 2019 | 11:26 PM
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Please let us know after you install it.
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Old Mar 12, 2019 | 07:02 AM
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Originally Posted by nhoj_yelbom
Are you doing it yourself? Which front cam did you decide on?
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Old Mar 12, 2019 | 12:41 PM
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Originally Posted by nhoj_yelbom
This looks like the best option that I have seen. I am really interested in details of the installation once you are done. Where/how did you mount the camera? How does it integrate into the Command display? How do you activate it? Any issues along the way or tips for doing it right? Did you need to also need to purchase the In Motion Bypass?
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Old Mar 12, 2019 | 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Orcbolg
Are you doing it yourself? Which front cam did you decide on?
unfortunately its going to just be a generic camera, probably attached with 3M VHB. I will be installing the system

have not even ordered parts yet, will post pictures and updates on looks and function
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Old Jun 12, 2019 | 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by thebishman

Isn’t It a lot cheaper to just back the damn car into a parking space? The rear camera has really good fidelity, and the superimposed lines make it super easy to park.

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Absolutely agree, but there are times, like when there's on parking space left and someone behind you with their eyes on it, that you can't back in.
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Old Jun 12, 2019 | 02:07 PM
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Originally Posted by lyricalpursuit
Absolutely agree, but there are times, like when there's on parking space left and someone behind you with their eyes on it, that you can't back in.

Some street access parking is front end only as well, even though I try my best to avoid those situations.
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Old Jun 12, 2019 | 02:15 PM
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Here's a pic of the camera I put on my 2019 C43 Sedan. I just used a small 3.5" monitor to view it but a guy on here AUTOLIGHT MAURITIUS says he came up with a box to connect to the 2019 electronics, I think it was about $400 but I'd have to look. If you want, PM me and I'll forward his info.
As for backing in, a lot of parking here is angled and you can't back in and if you do they ticket you beside trying to do it while cars are behind you. I do back in to my home parking space, it's just easier to drive right out but the camera has saved me from messing up the lower spoiler on either curbs or parking stops.
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Old Jun 13, 2019 | 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Tirgoman
Here's a pic of the camera I put on my 2019 C43 Sedan. I just used a small 3.5" monitor to view it but a guy on here AUTOLIGHT MAURITIUS says he came up with a box to connect to the 2019 electronics, I think it was about $400 but I'd have to look. If you want, PM me and I'll forward his info.
As for backing in, a lot of parking here is angled and you can't back in and if you do they ticket you beside trying to do it while cars are behind you. I do back in to my home parking space, it's just easier to drive right out but the camera has saved me from messing up the lower spoiler on either curbs or parking stops.
Where did you pull the power from for the camera on the GT?
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Old Jun 13, 2019 | 02:23 PM
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Just tapped into the positive lead to the cigarette lighter plug. I also put a small LED lighted switch on the lower side of the console so I turn it on as needed. If I forget it's not a big deal as it doesn't draw any power to speak of.
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Old Jun 13, 2019 | 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Tirgoman
Just tapped into the positive lead to the cigarette lighter plug. I also put a small LED lighted switch on the lower side of the console so I turn it on as needed. If I forget it's not a big deal as it doesn't draw any power to speak of.
Thanks but I was more interested in the power for the camera on the front lip, I think I will use a Bluetooth camera and my cell phone so no power needed in the cabin.
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Old Jun 13, 2019 | 04:14 PM
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Camera connects to the monitor which then connects to power and ground, no need for power at the camera. I read a lot of reviews on the BT cameras and couldn't find one that looked OK. Did see a Garmin that had some good reviews but it had to connect to a Garmin GPS only.
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Old Feb 12, 2020 | 08:32 PM
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I am also looking to add front camera to my GTS. I found a company in NY that sells the interface for $300, Has anyone heard of them?

https://naviks.com/i-24075606-2015-2...ines-dpgl.html
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did you guys install the Naviks unit?
Very interested in hearing the install process and outcome.
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Old Feb 13, 2020 | 08:54 AM
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did you guys install the Naviks unit?
Very interested in hearing the install process and outcome.
Same here, debating on this unit or the Joyauto carplay, give you more, but more intrusive install.
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Old Feb 13, 2020 | 09:30 PM
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Here’s how to see the front better for free: adjust your seat as high as it will go and your mirrors appropriately. Save to seat memory.
Whenever you are parking, select that seat memory. You don’t need a front camera.
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Old Feb 14, 2020 | 06:42 AM
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Not sure I understand the mirrors part...

Originally Posted by Surge
Here’s how to see the front better for free: adjust your seat as high as it will go and your mirrors appropriately. Save to seat memory.
Whenever you are parking, select that seat memory. You don’t need a front camera.
plus I’m tall and I’d like to see the front of my car from the distronic star...
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Old Feb 14, 2020 | 12:45 PM
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Same here, debating on this unit or the Joyauto carplay, give you more, but more intrusive install.
not bad for about $100 more than Navik's .. the apple/android integration is very nice to have
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Old Feb 11, 2021 | 05:34 PM
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Did anyone find any new solutions for a front camera?

I'm looking at the NAVIKS, I spoke to a local installer who said they have an OEM quality solution for OEM prices $1400. And I have also reached to mb house in Canada to see if they still sell their solution for self install.

I've love carplay but there reviews I see on Joyauto is its buggy.. I did something similar on my E55 and it was buggy.
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Old Nov 4, 2021 | 12:30 PM
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I found that company online as well. I too want to add a front carmera to my GTS. I'm thinking of buying this interface. If anyone has done this upgrade please let know how it turned out.
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