Nightvision Front Camera Retrofit?
I just purchased a S350 06 model however it doesn't have the Front Nightvision camera option ( i thought they all had it, nevermind!)
Is it possible to retrofit it. I doubt it's that hard to retrofit, I believe all i would need is the camera, wiring loom and have the computer recoded at a dealer. Could somebody point me in the right direction. |
Anything can be done, if you want to spend the money. It'll probably run you about 3k usd
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I have not looked at the parts costs, I doubt it can be done properly at $3000 (parts) but one should really check the real cost. This car would most likely need a new windshield too.
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Originally Posted by Diesel Benz
(Post 5026889)
I have not looked at the parts costs, I doubt it can be done properly at $3000 (parts) but one should really check the real cost. This car would most likely need a new windshield too.
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Originally Posted by willy_manilly
(Post 5026993)
Would it be possible to just purchase a night vision camera and mount it behind the front grill and then purchase a new light panel and get the computer recoded?
To be OEM equivalent, you would need new headligths with IR emitters (replacing your high halogen high beams by the way). I guess I got your "light panel" point, yes you need the switch to turn the camera on. Of course you would need version coding but I don't consider that a bid deal. |
I'm not sure why anyone would spend that kinda money for this feature. I've used it a couple of times, and its damn near useless to me.
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Originally Posted by willy_manilly
(Post 5026993)
Would it be possible to just purchase a night vision camera and mount it behind the front grill and then purchase a new light panel and get the computer recoded?
Go with the folks who say it's nearly useless. I tend to agree with them, though I've never had it myself. It's useless to me because I don't drive much at night, and I live in a densely populated area, so animal incursions are less likely. I'll take my chances with regular old headlamps, HID of course. :word: Your situation might be different. If it's crucial, just get a car that has it instead of going to the trouble of monkeying with yours. |
We do have nightvision retrofits. They serve many many purposes, including animal (or human) avoidance. The one we have is far superior to the factory Ratheon unit. Ours is by FLiR, and it is the same the military and police use. Very uncanny to be able to turn your lights off (we don't recommend this, we just did it during a video and testing) and you can see even further down the road than with headlights ever made possible. Incredible unit, but not too cheap. They are military grade and nearly indestructible. They do mount behind the grill regular grill (no new grill needed)
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I've also found that when you have it on, you spend so much time looking at the dash that you don't actually think about driving. Its like driving on a video game, and its awkward to get your actual vision from a tiny screen as opposed to out the glass.
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Can be true....as a pilot, you are actually trained to trust your instruments... so it was a little strange, but I got used to it quickly.
I use it for wildlife and coplife at night. I can see them hiding beside the road WAY before my headlights can see them...lol |
2010 s550 night vision
I believe, s550 is equipt with night vision camera on the windshield but there is no switch next to headlight nob (what gives?) If this is an option, can purchase that switch and install it as i assume all the wiring is there too. Thoughts/suggestions?
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Originally Posted by Cartronics
(Post 5028819)
We do have nightvision retrofits. They serve many many purposes, including animal (or human) avoidance. The one we have is far superior to the factory Ratheon unit. Ours is by FLiR, and it is the same the military and police use. Very uncanny to be able to turn your lights off (we don't recommend this, we just did it during a video and testing) and you can see even further down the road than with headlights ever made possible. Incredible unit, but not too cheap. They are military grade and nearly indestructible. They do mount behind the grill regular grill (no new grill needed)
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If anyone needs Night View Assist parts message me. I have the whole setup from a 2010 S600 I'm parting out.
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Never mentioned in all the responses is the fact that there are different headlight units that correspond with night vision. A conversion would include new headlight units in addition to the camera. The switch, whatever needs to be done to the instrument cluster, on, and on.
Your basic headlight performance is then degraded when these headlights are installed. My GL with just halogen lighting and +100 H7 bulbs gives better high beam performance than my CL with night vision. Besides, and as previously noted, night vision is much more distraction than useful tool. It should only be viewed in short glances. |
Possible, but very expensive
Just off the top of my head, you'll need at least: New Switch to the left of the steering wheel Headlights (IR is via headlights) WIndshield Coding Camera itself Not worth the retrofit IMO |
I'm considering moving the night view camera to the rear windscreen (or installing another camera ) By doing this, I can have a permanent rear view camera in the dash with data overlaid. No need to hack the electronics, just reroute and extend the cable. I think this will be more useful than night view . Night view is a feature that I found to be desirable, but not one I that use.
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Originally Posted by Kwarior
(Post 8244647)
I'm considering moving the night view camera to the rear windscreen (or installing another camera ) By doing this, I can have a permanent rear view camera in the dash with data overlaid. No need to hack the electronics, just reroute and extend the cable. I think this will be more useful than night view . Night view is a feature that I found to be desirable, but not one I that use.
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Originally Posted by ml3504matic____
(Post 8244648)
not possible. you need the IR from the headlights. It’s not just as simple as the night vision camera.
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I think you're overestimating how easy it would be to extend the wire for the camera, it's a unique cord.
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Originally Posted by 07CL550Benz
(Post 8245437)
I think you're overestimating how easy it would be to extend the wire for the camera, it's a unique cord.
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Originally Posted by megacrazy
(Post 8245614)
Indeed. It's a 10 pin LVDS cable that's a specific length. You'll pick up a ton of noise if you dramatically change the length of the cable and/or extend it incorrectly. Camera also only works in dark conditions and is zoomed in. It's useless as a backup camera.
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...7c2f9f0a2e.jpg Night View image with car on a lit forecourt with IR and headlights blacked out. https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...b5e681c8ca.jpg |
I need it
Originally Posted by 07CL550Benz
(Post 8233858)
If anyone needs Night View Assist parts message me. I have the whole setup from a 2010 S600 I'm parting out.
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I have them, but I do not have the windshield. Send me a PM to discuss, thanks.
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the last thing any one sensible wants is to reduce night vison by more than 50% to add a gimmick you'll never use
its impossible without a passenger to get any safe use from this toy... but its fitment means you do lose the inner high beam lights the car desperately needs |
My 2008 S550 has the night vision thing, and where I live there are often people walking at the side of the road at night wearing all black. Dunno why, maybe they all have a death wish. I don't drive much at night, but when i do, I notice this thing does help to see those fools better. I keep my eyes on the road, but if a person shows up on the screen I notice them. I do think it is crazy to try to make a non-equipped car have this, rather than to simply just buy a car that came with it from the factory.
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