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Old Nov 4, 2009 | 09:37 AM
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Backup camera retrofit?

Has any one retrofit a backup camera on the W164 without the factory Nav ? The camera part is easy, but I don't know if and how the COMMAND can be programmed to show the video. Anyone?
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Old Nov 17, 2009 | 03:54 PM
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its easy, just the rear camera and a modul and the wiring( http://www.kabeldaviko.de/w164_nachr_rk.html ) and program thrue Starsoftware at Mercedes Dealer
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Old Nov 17, 2009 | 07:44 PM
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More details???

Could you please give us some more details..
Looks very interesting, but our German may not be very good.. (mine are awful)

regards
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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 12:52 AM
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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 05:01 AM
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So, in effect, we just buy these wires, which plug into the comand unit. Is it any normal comand aps or we have to add another device??
Also, from where we can get a camera from?
Sounds really appealing...

regards
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Old Nov 23, 2009 | 12:11 AM
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Originally Posted by zvrikos
So, in effect, we just buy these wires, which plug into the comand unit. Is it any normal comand aps or we have to add another device??
Also, from where we can get a camera from?
Sounds really appealing...

regards
I got a translation for you:

W164 retrofit rear view

• Specific Cable set for
Retrofitting a rear view camera

• The original wiring loom in the tailgate
must not be exchanged!

• Dimensionally precise cable assembly
(no soldering )

• Straightforward installation


Prerequisite:
COMAND with TV connection

Delivery:
- Cable connector kit with all connectors

Order:
164-706

Price (incl. 19% VAT):
EUR 65.00

Dealer Prices on request.


I personally bought a set of wire to upgrade from non-xenon lights to OEM bi-xenon lights from him (paid in Euros, bank-wired) and he is very helpful with my questions on installation, prerequisite condition......
Hope this help.
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Old Sep 16, 2010 | 10:41 AM
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Does this cable work with the Mecedes factory camera only? Do I need hid cable if I am planning to install a Kenwood Camera? Thank you.
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